maroon
0 antonyms and opposites of maroon, grouped by meaning.
Adj — A dark brownish-red colour.
How to use maroon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French "marron" ("feral, runaway"), itself from Spanish "cimarrón" meaning wild or fugitive.
Full origin of maroon →Frequently asked questions
What does “maroon” mean?
The word “maroon” means a dark brownish-red colour. In plain terms, either the colour (dark brownish-red), the verb meaning to strand someone somewhere, or a historical term for escaped slaves and their descendants who formed free communities.
How do you pronounce “maroon”?
“Maroon” is pronounced muh-ROON (/məˈɹuːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “maroon” in a sentence?
Here is “maroon” used in a sentence: “She wore a maroon scarf that matched her school colours.”
What part of speech is “maroon”?
Depending on how it is used, “maroon” can be an adjective, a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “maroon” come from?
The word “maroon” comes from French. From French "marron" ("feral, runaway"), itself from Spanish "cimarrón" meaning wild or fugitive.
Is “maroon” a common word?
“Maroon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “maroon” have?
“Maroon” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dark brownish-red colour.