polychrome
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈpɒlɪkrəʊm/
KK: /ˈpɑlɪˌkroʊm/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has many different colors or is decorated with various colors.
Example
The artist created a stunning polychrome mural that brightened the entire room.
Conversation
Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?
Yeah, I went last weekend; the polychrome sculptures were amazing!
I can't believe I missed it!
You should definitely check it out; the colors are so vibrant.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
multicolored
variegated
kaleidoscopic
Antonyms
monochrome
colorless
drab
noun
Definition
An object or artwork that is made with or decorated in many different colors.
Example
The artist created a stunning polychrome sculpture that brightened the entire gallery.
Conversation
Did you see that new art exhibit downtown?
Yes, I loved how they used polychrome designs throughout the gallery.
Right? It made everything look so vibrant and alive!
Root Explanation
Polychrome → It is formed from "poly-" (from Greek "polus", meaning many) and "chroma" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color). The word "polychrome" refers to something that has many colors or is decorated in multiple colors.
Memory Tip
Think of 'many' ('poly-') colors ('chroma') to remember that polychrome means something that features a variety of colors.
Visually Confused Words
lipochrome