Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chroma

noun

/ˈkroʊ.mə/

Definition

Chroma refers to the intensity or purity of a color, indicating its vividness or richness.

Examples

The artist chose bold chroma to create a striking painting.
In digital imaging, adjusting the chroma can significantly change the visual impact of an image.
The chroma of the flowers made the garden look vibrant and lively.

Meaning

In terms of color theory, chroma describes how strong or weak a color appears. A high chroma color is bright and vivid, while a low chroma color is dull and grayish.