brunette
1 antonym for brunette — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Having brown hair.
Synonyms by Meaning
2. noun
A person, especially a woman, with brown hair.
“Brownheads or brunettes use a darker red than blondes and redheads.”
Antonyms
Etymology
Borrowed from French brunette, the feminine form of brunet ("brownish"), itself from brun, "brown".
Full origin of brunette →Frequently asked questions
What does “brunette” mean?
The word “brunette” means having brown hair. In plain terms, brown-haired, or a brown-haired person.
How do you pronounce “brunette”?
“Brunette” is pronounced broo-NEHT (/bɹuˈnɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “brunette” in a sentence?
Here is “brunette” used in a sentence: “The brunette woman in the photo is his sister.”
What part of speech is “brunette”?
Depending on how it is used, “brunette” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “brunette” come from?
The word “brunette” comes from French. Borrowed from French brunette, the feminine form of brunet ("brownish"), itself from brun, "brown".
Is “brunette” a common word?
“Brunette” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brunette” have?
“Brunette” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having brown hair.
