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Crimson

ˈkrɪmzən
Common
~ 4200
~ 4200, Common
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A deep purplish-red color, To blush or flush with a deep red color, especially due to embarrassment or anger, To become deeply red or reddish in color

Crimson - Meanings

A deep purplish-red color

Example: The sky turned crimson as the sun set over the horizon.
Usage: formalContext: describing colors in literature or art
Note: Crimson is often used in a poetic or artistic context to evoke a vivid image of a specific shade of red.

To blush or flush with a deep red color, especially due to embarrassment or anger

Example: She crimsoned with embarrassment when he complimented her in front of everyone.
Usage: formal/informalContext: describing physical reactions in social situations
Note: This usage is more figurative and commonly found in literature or formal writing to describe someone's emotional response.

To become deeply red or reddish in color

Example: The leaves of the maple tree crimsoned in the autumn breeze.
Usage: formalContext: describing natural phenomena or changes in color
Note: This usage is often used in a descriptive manner to portray a vivid transformation of color, especially in nature.

Crimson's synonyms

red

Red is a primary color resembling the color of blood. It is a commonly used synonym for crimson.
Example: The sky turned a deep red as the sun set.
Note:

scarlet

Scarlet is a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge. It is often associated with luxury and elegance.
Example: She wore a stunning scarlet dress to the party.
Note: Scarlet is brighter and more vibrant than crimson.

ruby

Ruby is a deep red color resembling the color of the gemstone ruby. It conveys a sense of richness and intensity.
Example: The gemstone glowed like a deep ruby in the sunlight.
Note: Ruby is often used to describe a darker shade of red compared to crimson.

burgundy

Burgundy is a dark red or purplish-red color named after the wine produced in the Burgundy region of France. It is associated with sophistication and depth.
Example: The wine had a rich burgundy hue that hinted at its age.
Note: Burgundy is darker and more purplish than crimson.

vermilion

Vermilion is a brilliant red or scarlet pigment often used in art. It has a vivid and intense quality.
Example: The artist used vermilion paint to create a striking contrast in the painting.
Note: Vermilion is brighter and more vivid than crimson.

Crimson expressions, common phrases

In the crimson of the morning

This phrase refers to the deep red color of the early morning sky, typically at sunrise.
Example: She woke up early to witness the world bathed in the crimson of the morning.
Note: The phrase uses 'crimson' metaphorically to describe the color of the sky, rather than referring to the color itself.

Crimson with anger

This expression describes someone's face turning red due to intense anger or embarrassment.
Example: Her face turned crimson with anger when she heard the news.
Note: Here, 'crimson' is used to depict a physiological reaction rather than just describing a color.

Crimson tide

This term is often used to refer to a period in the menstrual cycle, but can also describe a red-colored tide in the ocean due to algae blooms.
Example: The beach was deserted during the crimson tide warning.
Note: In this context, 'crimson' is associated with the color of blood or algae rather than as a standalone color.

Crimson clover

This phrase refers to a type of clover plant that has bright red flowers.
Example: The field was covered in crimson clover, creating a beautiful sight.
Note: In this case, 'crimson' is used to describe a specific plant variety rather than a general color.

Crimson lips

This expression describes lips that are colored in a deep red shade, often associated with elegance or boldness.
Example: She wore a deep crimson lipstick that complemented her outfit perfectly.
Note: Here, 'crimson' is used to describe the color of the lips, emphasizing a specific shade rather than a generic red.

Crimson everyday (slang) expressions

Red as a tomato

This slang term is used to describe someone who is blushing or embarrassed, similar to the color of a ripe tomato.
Example: She turned as red as a tomato when she was caught cheating on the test.
Note: This expression emphasizes the comparison to the color of a tomato, which is different from the deeper shade of crimson.

Seeing red

This slang term means to be extremely angry or furious.
Example: When he saw the dent on his new car, he was seeing red.
Note: While crimson is a shade of red, 'seeing red' specifically refers to a heightened state of anger.

Bleeding red

This slang term is used to describe a situation where blood is visibly red (as opposed to darker shades that can occur when it dries).
Example: After the accident, his knee was bleeding red.
Note: The emphasis here is on the color 'red' to describe blood, rather than the specific hue of crimson.

Code red

This term is used to denote an emergency situation or crisis.
Example: We have a code red situation in the office - the servers are down.
Note: While 'red' in crimson symbolizes intensity, 'code red' specifies a critical condition that warrants immediate attention.

Red alert

Similar to 'code red', this slang term signifies a high-level alert for a dangerous or critical situation.
Example: The typhoon warning has been upgraded to a red alert.
Note: The term 'red alert' derives from alert systems used in emergencies, distinct from the color crimson.

Scarlet letter

This term refers to being publicly marked or identified for a shameful action or status.
Example: Being the only one who failed the test felt like wearing a scarlet letter.
Note: Although both 'scarlet' and 'crimson' denote shades of red, 'scarlet letter' conveys a stigma or mark of shame, drawing from the novel 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Red-handed

This expression means to be caught in the act of doing something wrong or committing a crime.
Example: The thief was caught red-handed with the stolen jewelry.
Note: While both 'red-handed' and crimson imply red coloration, 'red-handed' is specifically linked to being caught in the midst of a wrongdoing.

Crimson - Examples

The sky turned crimson as the sun set.
She wore a beautiful crimson dress to the party.
The leaves on the trees were a deep shade of crimson in the autumn.

Crimson grammar

Crimson - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: crimson
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): crimson
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): crimson
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): crimson
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): crimsoned
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): crimsoning
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): crimsons
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): crimson
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): crimson
Syllabification and Stress
crimson Contains 2 syllables: crim • son
Phonetic transcription: ˈkrim-zən
crim son , ˈkrim zən (The red syllable is stressed)

Crimson - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
crimson: ~ 4200 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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