mauve

noun
UK: /məʊv/
US: /moʊv/

  1. A pale purple color.

    1. She wore a mauve scarf, light and airy.
    2. The walls were painted a soft mauve, creating a calming atmosphere.

Synonyms

lilac orchid lavender
mauve adjective

  1. Of a pale purple color.

    1. The mauve dress suited her well.
    2. He chose a mauve tie to complement his gray suit.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Synonyms for "mauve": lilac, orchid, lavender.

Example usage of "mauve": "She wore a mauve scarf, light and airy.". More examples on the page.