purple

noun
UK: /ˈpɜː.pəl/
US: /ˈpɝː.pəl/

  1. A color that is a mix of red and blue.

    1. She wore a purple dress to the party last night, it looked amazing. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist used purple paint to create a stunning sunset in her landscape. [ ] [ ]

  2. Clothing that is purple in color.

    1. The queen was draped in purple, a symbol of her royal status. [ ] [ ]
    2. He always wears purple; it has become his signature style. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

violet mauve lilac royal
purple adjective

  1. Having a color that is a mix of red and blue.

    1. The flowers were purple. [ ] [ ]
    2. We painted the room a light purple color before the baby arrived. [ ] [ ]

  2. Belonging or relating to royalty.

    1. In the past, purple robes were worn only by purple rulers and important people. [ ] [ ]
    2. The historical novel depicted the king in his purple attire, showcasing his authority. [ ] [ ]

  3. Full of elaborate language or imagery.

    1. His writing was too purple. [ ] [ ]
    2. The critic described the novel's prose as overly purple and distracting from the plot. [ ] [ ]
purple verb

  1. To become purple.

    1. His face purpled with rage. [ ] [ ]
    2. As the sun set, the sky began to purple, signaling the end of the day. [ ] [ ]

  2. To hit or punch someone causing a bruise.

    1. The bully purpled his arm. [ ] [ ]
    2. The fight left him purpled and battered, a clear sign of the brutal encounter. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "purple" in English means: A color that is a mix of red and blue., Clothing that is purple in color..

The phonetic transcription of "purple" is /ˈpɜː.pəl/ in British English and /ˈpɝː.pəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "purple": violet, mauve, lilac, royal.

Example usage of "purple": "She wore a purple dress to the party last night, it looked amazing.". More examples on the page.