Colorless Meaning in English
word
ˈkəɫɝɫəs
KUH-ler-luhs
ˈkʌlələs
KUL-uh-luhs
Definition
Having no color; clear or lacking any shade. It can also mean something dull or lacking interest.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or scientific use, often for liquids or gases ('colorless liquid'). Metaphorically, it can describe something uninteresting or lacking personality ('a colorless speech'). Not used for people’s skin or common objects.
Spanish: incoloroPortuguese (BR): incoloroPortuguese (PT): incoloroChinese (Simplified): 无色Chinese (Traditional): 無色Hindi: बेरंगArabic: بلا لونBengali: বর্ণহীনRussian: бесцветныйJapanese: 無色 - 色のない - 無味乾燥なVietnamese: không màu - nhạt nhẽoKorean: 무색 - 특징 없는Turkish: renksizUrdu: بے رنگIndonesian: tidak berwarna - hambar
Example Sentences
Water is usually colorless.
basic
This gas is colorless and odorless.
basic
The solution turned colorless after mixing.
basic
His speech was so colorless that no one paid attention.
natural
Many chemicals are colorless until you add an indicator.
natural
The drink looked almost colorless, but it tasted really strong.
natural