Definition

Relating to or resembling a type of iron oxide mineral known as hematite, which is often reddish in color.

Example

The artist used hematitic pigments to create a rich, earthy tone in the painting.

Conversation

I saw a rock that had a really interesting hematitic color at the store yesterday.

Oh, that sounds cool! What did it look like?

It was this deep red hue, really shiny and striking.

I love rocks like that; they always catch my eye.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hematitic → It is formed from "haima" (meaning blood) in Greek and the suffix "-itic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "hematitic" refers to something that is related to or resembles blood, often used in the context of minerals that contain iron oxide, which gives them a reddish color.

Memory Tip

Think of 'haima' meaning blood, and remember that 'hematitic' describes something that is related to or resembles blood, often in color.

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