Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
true-colours
noun (plural)
/truː ˈkʌlərz/
Definition
The genuine character or personality of someone, especially when revealed after a period of time or under pressure.
Examples
- After working together for a few months, his true colours became apparent during the crisis.
- People often show their true colours in difficult situations.
- It’s easy to be nice when things are going well, but it’s when challenges arise that one’s true colours are revealed.
Meaning
True colours reveal who someone really is, especially after they have initially shown a different facade.
Synonyms
- real character
- genuine self
- authentic nature
- true self
- inner self
