white
Translation
white, pale, blank
Examples
She wore a white dress.
She wore a white dress.
He went white with shock.
He went white with shock.
I take my coffee white.
I take my coffee white.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) white ((noun)) of the color of milk or snow She has a white cat.
((to go/turn)) white to become pale from shock or fear He turned white when he saw the ghost.
((coffee/tea)) white (of coffee or tea) with milk or cream added I'd like my tea white, please.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pale, colorless; Antonyms: black, dark
Etymology
From Proto-Germanic *hwītaz, meaning 'bright, shining'.
Memory Tips
Think of the color of snow, milk, or paper. It's a fundamental color.