Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ombre

Adjective

/ˈɒm.breɪ/

Definition

Ombre is a gradual blending of one color hue to another, usually moving tints and shades from light to dark.

Examples

The artist painted the sky with an ombre effect, blending blue to orange as the sun set.
Her ombre hair transitioned beautifully from dark brown to blonde.
The living room featured ombre curtains that added depth and warmth to the space.

Meaning

The term ombre comes from the French word meaning ‘shaded’ and is often used in the context of art, fashion, and design to describe a visual effect of gradual color transition.