Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

violaceous

Adjective
/ˌvaɪəˈleɪʃəs/
Definition
Of a violet color; purplish.
Examples
  • The flowers in the garden have a violaceous hue that brightens the landscape.
  • She wore a violaceous dress that stood out during the evening event.
Meaning
Describes something that has a color similar to that of violets or is tinged with violet.
Synonyms
  • Purplish
  • Violet
  • Mauve