violet
Translation
violet, purple
Examples
Her favorite color is violet.
Her favorite color is violet.
She picked a small violet from the garden.
She picked a small violet from the garden.
Grammar Patterns
((as a countable noun)) a small plant with purple or white flowers. She has violets in her garden.
((as an uncountable noun)) a bluish-purple color. Violet is a shade of purple.
Similar Words
Synonyms (color): purple, lavender, lilac
Etymology
From Old French 'violete', a diminutive of 'viole', from Latin 'viola' (the violet flower).
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'violent', but it's a peaceful flower and color. Remember the contrast.