Definition

Relating to a purple color or condition, especially in reference to spots on the skin caused by bleeding under the skin.

Example

The doctor noted the purpuric rash on the patient's arm during the examination.

Conversation

Have you seen the new painting in the gallery?

Yeah, I noticed it had some really purpuric colors.

I thought it was interesting how they used those shades.

Absolutely, it really makes the whole piece stand out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Purpuric is derived from "purpura" (meaning purple) in Latin, which refers to the color purple, often associated with royalty and luxury. The suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to) indicates that the word describes something related to or characteristic of the color purple. Thus, purpuric means pertaining to or characteristic of the color purple.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for purple, 'purpura', to remember that 'purpuric' describes something related to the color purple.

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