Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chromaticity

noun

/krəʊˈmætɪsɪti/

Definition

The quality of a color’s hue and its intensity or purity, which is described in terms of its chromatic coordinates.

Examples

The chromaticity of the blue and green lights made them easily distinguishable.
Photographers often analyze the chromaticity of images to adjust their color balance.
Understanding the chromaticity diagram is essential for accurate color reproduction.

Meaning

Chromaticity refers to the characteristics of color, including its distinct hue and the degree to which it differs from a shade of gray of similar brightness.