Colourful

usgb/ˈkʌlərfl/
adjective

Having many different colors.

The garden is colourful with various flowers.
Visual representation of "colourful" - Having many different colors

Often appears as...

  • colourful garden
  • colourful outfits
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Sensory Imagery

Use 'colourful' to describe scenes that stimulate the visual senses and stand out brightly.

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The festival was so colourful, it was like walking into a rainbow.
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Not Always Positive

'Colourful' can indicate clutter or chaos if too many colours are mentioned without harmony.

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Her outfit was a bit too colourful for my taste, like a confusing splash of paints.
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Metaphorical Use

Metaphorically, 'colourful' can suggest variety or diversity in non-visual contexts.

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We enjoyed a colourful array of performances at the talent show.
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