Hue — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈhyü/

Meaning & Definition of Hue

Hue (noun)

  1. overall character or appearance to the mind, complexion, aspect
  2. color
  3. gradation of color

Hue (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished

    "decorated the room in hues of blue and green"

    similar: cast, color, shade, tincture, tinge, tint, tone
    related: overtone, undertone, primary color, secondary color, tertiary color, brightness, chroma, chromaticity, contrast, lightness, saturation, value, coloration, coloring, colorway, pigmentation
    near: achromatism

Related Entry: Hue and cry (noun)

Hue and cry is a different word from Hue. The synonyms below are for hue and cry, not for hue.

  1. a violent shouting

    "the hue and cry in the classroom when someone let loose a snake"

    similar: clamor, howl, hubbub, hullabaloo, noise, outcry, roar, tumult, uproar, vociferation
    related: clangor, din, jangle, racket, cri de coeur, outburst, protest
    near: mumble, mumbling, murmur, murmuring, rumble, rumbling

Related Entry: Hue and cries (noun)

Hue and cries is a different word from Hue. The synonyms below are for hue and cries, not for hue.

  1. a violent shouting

    "the hue and cry in the classroom when someone let loose a snake"

    similar: clamors, howls, hubbubs, hullabaloos, noises, outcries, roars, tumults, uproars, vociferations
    related: clangors, dins, jangle, rackets, cris de coeur, outbursts, protests
    near: mumbles, murmurs, rumbles, rumblings

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hue

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hue:

cast, color, shade, tincture, tinge, tint, tone

Related Words for Hue

overtone, undertone, primary color, secondary color, tertiary color, brightness, chroma, chromaticity, contrast, lightness, saturation, value, coloration, coloring, colorway, pigmentation

Near Antonyms of Hue

achromatism

Origin & Etymology of Hue

Middle English hewe, from Old English hīw; akin to Old Norse hȳ plant down, Goth hiwi form

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Hue

hue and cry

Frequently Asked Questions about Hue

What does "Hue" mean?

"Hue" means overall character or appearance to the mind, complexion, aspect. As a noun, it is defined as: overall character or appearance to the mind, complexion, aspect.

What is another word for "Hue"?

Other words for "Hue" include cast, color, shade, tincture, tinge, tint and tone. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hue" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hue"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hue". Common alternatives include cast, color, shade, tincture, tinge, tint and tone.

How do you use "Hue" in a sentence?

Examples of "Hue" in a sentence: "decorated the room in hues of blue and green".

Is "Hue" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Hue" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Hue"?

"Hue" is pronounced /ˈhyü/.

What is the origin of the word "Hue"?

"Hue" comes from Middle English hewe, from Old English hīw; akin to Old Norse hȳ plant down, Goth hiwi form. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Hue" meaning "a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished"?

When "Hue" (noun) means a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished, synonyms include cast, color, shade, tincture, tinge and tint.