What is grayish? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of grayish

grayishadjective

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/ˈɡreɪɪʃ//ˈɡreɪɪʃ/

Where does the word grayish come from?

"Grayish" is a relatively modern word, originating from the Old English "græg" meaning "gray" and the suffix "-ish," indicating a resemblance or quality of something. The "-ish" suffix, commonly found in English, is used to indicate a degree or approximation. Therefore, "grayish" signifies a color that is somewhat gray, leaning towards gray but not entirely so. While the exact date of the word's origin is unclear, it likely emerged in the Middle English period as a natural extension of the base word "gray."

Example of vocabulary grayishnamespace

  • The sky turned into a grayish hue as the storm approached.
  • The old wooden table had a grayish tint after years of use.
  • The leaves on the tree took on a grayish color during the autumn season.
  • The river's water appeared grayish as the rainfall kept the atmosphere hazy.
  • The concrete buildings in the city had a grayish tinge due to pollution.

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