chartreuse
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chartreuse, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A pale yellow-green colour, named after the French liqueur.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Named after the Grande Chartreuse monastery in France, where the liqueur was originally produced; a doublet of "charterhouse."
Full origin of chartreuse →Frequently asked questions
What does “chartreuse” mean?
The word “chartreuse” means a pale yellow-green colour, named after the French liqueur. In plain terms, a yellow-green colour, or the French liqueur that gave it its name.
How do you pronounce “chartreuse”?
“Chartreuse” is pronounced shah-TRURZ (/ʃɑɹˈtɹuːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “chartreuse” in a sentence?
Here is “chartreuse” used in a sentence: “She painted the accent wall a bold chartreuse.”
What part of speech is “chartreuse”?
Depending on how it is used, “chartreuse” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “chartreuse” have?
“Chartreuse” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a pale yellow-green colour, named after the French liqueur.