Definition

A flat board used by artists to hold and mix paints, or the range of colors used in a particular artwork.

Example

The artist carefully selected colors from her palette to create a beautiful landscape painting.

Conversation

I've been thinking about getting a new palette for my painting.

That's a great idea! A good palette can really help with mixing colors.

Yeah, mine is so old and worn out now.

You should definitely treat yourself to a nice one!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Palette** → The word 'palette' comes from the French *palette*, meaning a small shovel or spade, which is derived from the Latin *pala*, meaning a spade or shovel. The term originally referred to a small board used by painters to hold and mix their colors. Thus, a palette is a tool for mixing colors in art.

Memory Tip

Imagine a painter using a small 'shovel' ('pala') to mix colors — that's how you can remember that a palette is a tool for mixing paint.

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