indigo
3 synonyms for indigo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A deep blue-purple color, or the dye of that color traditionally extracted from certain plants.
Synonyms
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How to use indigo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
indigo dye
indigo blue
shade of indigo
Etymology
From Spanish índigo, ultimately from Greek indikon, "Indian dye," reflecting the plant's origin in India.
Full origin of indigo →Frequently asked questions
What does “indigo” mean?
The word “indigo” means a deep blue-purple color, or the dye of that color traditionally extracted from certain plants. In plain terms, a dark blue-purple color, and the name of the dye and plant it comes from.
How do you pronounce “indigo”?
“Indigo” is pronounced IHN-dih-goh (/ˈɪndɪˌɡoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “indigo” in a sentence?
Here is “indigo” used in a sentence: “The dress was dyed a rich indigo.”
What part of speech is “indigo”?
Depending on how it is used, “indigo” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “indigo” come from?
The word “indigo” comes from Spanish. From Spanish índigo, ultimately from Greek indikon, "Indian dye," reflecting the plant's origin in India.
Is “indigo” a common word?
“Indigo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “indigo” have?
“Indigo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a deep blue-purple color, or the dye of that color traditionally extracted from certain plants.
