coloured
Translation
colored, having color, tinted
Examples
She used coloured pencils for the drawing.
She used colored pencils for the drawing.
The water was slightly coloured.
The water was slightly colored.
Grammar Patterns
((a colored sth.)) something that has color She used colored pencils for the drawing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tinted, dyed; Antonyms: colorless, plain
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to color'.
Memory Tips
Simply means 'having color'. Note that its use to describe people's race is outdated and often considered offensive.