Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chromatism
noun
/ˈkrōməˌtizəm/
Definition
Chromatism refers to the quality or state of being colored or the phenomena of color in various contexts.
Examples
- The chromatism of the painting was enhanced by the artist’s use of vibrant pigments.
- In physics, chromatism can describe the wavelength-dependent distortion in optical instruments.
- Different species of plants exhibit chromatism that helps them adapt to their environment.
Meaning
It is often related to the perception of colors in both art and science, particularly in the ways colors are produced and interacted with by objects.
Synonyms
- Coloration
- Hue
- Tint
- Chromatics
