Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sienna
noun
/ˈsiːənə/
Definition
A reddish-brown color that resembles the color of the earth when it is used as a pigment.
Examples
- The artist used burnt sienna to create a warm, earthy background.
- Her dress was a beautiful shade of sienna that reminded me of autumn leaves.
- The landscape was painted in hues of sienna and ochre.
Meaning
Sienna is often referred to in the context of art and painting, where it can describe both the pigment itself and the color it produces.
Synonyms
- rust
- chestnut
- umber
