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colorful

adjective col·or·ful \ˈkə-lər-fəl\

: having a bright color or a lot of different colors : full of color

: interesting or exciting

Full Definition of COLORFUL

1
:  having striking colors <colorful scenery>
2
:  full of variety or interest <a colorful description>
col·or·ful·ly \-f(ə-)lē\ adverb
col·or·ful·ness \-fəl-nəs\ noun
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First Known Use of COLORFUL

1880

Other Color Terms

argentine, cerise, cerulean, cyan, ocher, perse, puce, taupe, vermilion
COLORFUL Defined for Kids

colorful

adjective col·or·ful \ˈkə-lər-fəl\

Definition of COLORFUL for Kids

1
:  having bright colors
2
:  full of variety or interest <She is a colorful person.>

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