Pronunciation

/pɪŋk/

Definitions

Noun

• A color characterized by a mixture of red and white light, often associated with flowers, sunsets, or femininity.
• adj: Of a light, soft red color; rosy.

Verb

• To have a pink hue or appearance: The sky was pink during sunrise.
• figurative: To be affected by a particular emotion or feeling (usually love or admiration): Her cheeks pinked up when she heard his compliment.

Adjective

• Describing a color: She wore a pink dress to the party.
• Referring to a feeling or complexion: He had a healthy pink glow.

Adverb

• Not used as an independent adverb in standard English.

Phrases

• “A pink ribbon” symbolizes breast cancer awareness.
• “A pink sky” indicates a beautiful sunset.
• “Pink blush on her cheeks” describes a shy or embarrassed expression.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The baby’s nursery was painted in a calming pink color.
• Verb: She looked up at the pink-painted ceiling, lost in thought.
• Adjective: She felt a rush of pink as she remembered their first date.

Synonyms

• Rosy
• Fuchsia
• Blush
• Lilac
• Pastel red

Note: Pink is not typically used as a verb to mean “to greet” or as an interjection, as it does not convey the same meaning as “hello.” However, it can be used figuratively to describe a heightened emotional state, similar to the verb forms provided for “hello.”