colorant

noun
UK: /ˈkʌlərənt/
US: /ˈkʌlərənt/

  1. A substance used to add color to something.

    1. This colorant is safe for use in food products.
    2. The manufacturer uses a natural colorant derived from plant extracts to achieve the desired hue.

Synonyms

dye pigment tint stain
colorant adjective

  1. Serving to impart color.

    1. The colorant properties of the dye were tested.
    2. These colorant agents are essential for creating vibrant and lasting shades in textiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "colorant" is /ˈkʌlərənt/ in British English and /ˈkʌlərənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "colorant": dye, pigment, tint, stain.

Example usage of "colorant": "This colorant is safe for use in food products.". More examples on the page.