Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

azure

adjective
/ˈæʒ.ər/
Definition
A bright blue color, often associated with the sky on a clear day.
Examples
  • The artist chose an azure paint for the sky in her landscape.
  • The azure waters of the Caribbean are breathtaking.
  • She wore a dress the color of azure, which complemented her blue eyes.
Meaning
Azure describes a bright shade of blue, reminiscent of the sky or the sea on a sunny day.
Synonyms
  • sky blue
  • cerulean
  • cyan
  • blue
  • blues