ochred
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈoʊkərd/
KK: /ˈoʊkərd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been colored or marked with a yellowish-brown pigment known as ochre.
Example
The artist used ochred paint to give the landscape a warm, earthy tone.
Conversation
Have you seen the new art exhibit downtown?
Yes, I went yesterday! The paintings were so vibrant.
I loved the ones that were ochred, they had such a warm feel.
Totally! They added a nice earthy tone to the entire collection.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
yellowish
earthy
rusty
Antonyms
colorless
pale
bright
verb
Definition
To color or paint something with a yellow or reddish-brown pigment.
Example
The artist ochred the canvas to give it a warm, earthy tone.
Tense Forms
Past: ochred
Past Participle: ochred
Conversation
Did you see how the artist ochred the canvas?
Yeah, it gave the painting such a warm tone.
I really love how the colors blend together after being ochred.
Root Explanation
Ochred → The word 'ochred' comes from 'ochre' (from Latin 'ochra', meaning a yellow or reddish-brown earth pigment) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past participle or adjective form). Thus, 'ochred' describes something that has the color or characteristics of ochre, typically a yellowish or reddish hue.
Memory Tip
Think of 'ochre' as a color derived from a natural pigment, and remember that 'ochred' means something that has taken on that yellowish or reddish color.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.