Definition

A type of paint that can be mixed with water and is used for creating art, or a piece of art made with this paint.

Example

She created a beautiful watercolor of the sunset over the mountains.

Conversation

I just finished a new watercolor painting, and I'm really excited about it.

That sounds awesome! I can't wait to see it.

Yeah, I tried a different technique with the watercolor this time.

I love when you experiment with your art; it always turns out great!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Watercolor is formed from "water" (from Old English "wæter", meaning the clear liquid that falls as rain and forms rivers, lakes, and seas) and "color" (from Latin "color", meaning hue or appearance). The word refers to a painting method that uses pigments mixed with water to create art.

Memory Tip

Think of using 'water' to mix with 'color' to create beautiful paintings — that's what watercolor means.

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