Definition

Having a color that is slightly white or pale.

Example

The walls were painted a whitish shade that brightened the room.

Conversation

Have you seen the new paint colors for the living room?

Yeah, I noticed one was a bit whitish, right?

Exactly! I think it will brighten up the space.

I agree, it’ll make everything feel more open.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Whitish → It is formed from "white" (from Old English *hwita*, meaning bright or colorless) and "-ish" (meaning having the quality of). The word "whitish" means having a quality or appearance that is somewhat white or resembling white.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'white' to remember that 'whitish' means something that has a quality of being somewhat white.

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