violet
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈvaɪlɪt/
KK: /ˈvaɪlɪt/
adjective
Definition
Having a bluish-purple color.
Example
She wore a beautiful violet dress to the party.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more violet
Superlative: most violet
Conversation
I just bought a new dress, and it's a beautiful shade of violet.
That sounds lovely! I bet it looks great on you.
Thanks! I really love how violet makes my eyes pop.
For sure! It's such a nice color for you.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
purple
lavender
amethyst
Antonyms
yellow
orange
red
noun
Definition
A type of plant that has purple or blue flowers, often found in gardens, or a color that is a mix of blue and red.
Example
The garden was filled with beautiful violet flowers in the spring.
Conversation
I just bought a beautiful violet plant for my room.
That's awesome! I love how vibrant they are.
Yeah, the color is so calming, right?
Root Explanation
Violet → The word 'violet' comes from the Old French 'violette', which is derived from the Latin 'viola', meaning a type of flower. The term refers to the flower that is typically purple in color, which is also associated with the color itself.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word 'viola' for the flower, and remember that 'violet' refers to both the flower and the color that resembles it.
Visually Confused Words
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virole
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vole
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