magenta

noun

ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjen-tə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
2
: a deep purplish red

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Known for pairing magenta with rhinestones and a lyrical wit, Kirke hasn’t always been country. Eva Fedderly, Architectural Digest, 18 Apr. 2025 The performance is very similar to the LG Evo G5, though the G5's whites are much more accurate and its magentas are a bit warm. PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025 Pink means love and compassion while magenta is about fun, free-spirit energy that taps to your artistic side. Audrey Noble, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025 Hummingbirds are drawn to red cultivars, while butterflies enjoy all the colorful varieties including vibrant pink, magenta, lilac, and white blooms. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for magenta

Word History

Etymology

Magenta, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of magenta was in 1860

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“Magenta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magenta. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)
1
: a deep red dye
2
: a deep purplish red

Medical Definition

magenta

noun
ma·​gen·​ta mə-ˈjent-ə How to pronounce magenta (audio)

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