watercolour
2 synonyms for watercolour, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A paint made with pigment that dissolves in water.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
watercolor
aquarelle
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A paint made with pigment that dissolves in water.
“She bought a small box of watercolours for the trip.”
watercolor
2. noun
A painting made using this kind of paint.
“The gallery has a watercolour of the harbour on show.”
aquarelle
3. verb
To paint using watercolours.
“She watercoloured the landscape in soft greens.”
watercolor
How to use watercolour
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
watercolour painting
watercolour paper
watercolour artist
paint in watercolour
It is a standard word in everyday and artistic English.
Etymology
The word is formed in English from water and colour.
Full origin of watercolour →Frequently asked questions
What is a watercolour?
It is a paint made from pigment that dissolves in water, or a painting made with such paint.
Is watercolour spelt watercolor in America?
Yes, watercolor is the spelling used mostly in the US.
What is the difference between watercolour and oil paint?
Watercolour is thinned with water and dries quickly, while oil paint is mixed with oil and dries slowly.
