as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors
the colorful robes and blankets of the Native Americans of the Southwest
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Recent Examples of colorful
Lastly, the colorful life of founder Enzo Ferrari is intriguing enough to have been depicted in multiple Hollywood films in the last decade alone.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Unveiled at Watches and Wonders earlier this year, this contemporary, colorful take on the classic 1960s Daytona features a 40 mm yellow-gold case, a turquoise Tiffany-esque dial with black subdials, a black Cerachrom bezel with tachymetric scale, and a black Oysterflex strap.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 July 2025
The rock legend — once known for his long hair and often going shirtless on stage — also wore a tan baseball cap and had a colorful bandana tied around his neck.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 5 July 2025
Other varieties provide additional design elements such as interesting bark, colorful fruits, and fabulous fall foliage to enhance the garden all year long.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Unveiled at Watches and Wonders earlier this year, this contemporary, colorful take on the classic 1960s Daytona features a 40 mm yellow-gold case, a turquoise Tiffany-esque dial with black subdials, a black Cerachrom bezel with tachymetric scale, and a black Oysterflex strap.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 5 July 2025
The rock legend — once known for his long hair and often going shirtless on stage — also wore a tan baseball cap and had a colorful bandana tied around his neck.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 5 July 2025
Other varieties provide additional design elements such as interesting bark, colorful fruits, and fabulous fall foliage to enhance the garden all year long.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colorful
Adjective
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The reality of Cancun is much more varied and infinitely richer than most visitors realize.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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Beaches on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast The Pacific coast runs the length of the country’s western edge, and the landscape is more varied and rugged than on the Caribbean.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Adept anglers can fly-fish for them across the varied terrain of the property’s creeks or patrol the marshy perimeters its six Class A lakes for the coveted catch, as well as fellow trout—namely rainbow, brown, and brook–that often exceed 20 inches.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Robb Report,
29 May 2025
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Suspended from the fashionable wooden arch are a teething ring, crinkly rainbow, rattle, mirror, and plush moon to promote hand-eye coordination.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
24 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Available in 10 vibrant and neutral colors, including the actress’s bright blue shade, this shirt is made to be ready-to-wear immediately after drying.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Explore vibrant art displays in Saugatuck The diverse local art scene includes galleries, exhibits, studios and public art installations.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
13 July 2025
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The risk to estate leakage from various risks can be reduced significantly.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Speak getting cut was one of the most shocking moves, as the show had been going on since 2016 and featured the likes of Keyshawn Johnson, Paul Pierce, and a rotating panel of Emmanuel Acho, LeSean McCoy, and James Jones at various points.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
15 July 2025
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“Colorful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colorful. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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