bluish

adjective

blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue : having a tinge of blue
bluishness noun

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The eerie bluish hue of the original is also gone, replaced with a much grungier, darker lighting befitting of the cinematic language of more horror movies. Aimee Hart, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024 The pain is usually sore and dull at the impact site, with additional symptoms such as a bluish discoloration or swelling.11 This condition often results from direct impact or trauma, such as falls or bumps.11 Humerus Fracture Causes of a broken humerus include intense physical traumas and falls. Sarah Jividen, Health, 11 Oct. 2024 Adjusting the Color Temperature will heavily affect the overall look, with the Warm modes giving a redder overall tone and Standard or Cool modes looking more bluish. Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 12 Sep. 2024 The name comes from the grass’ purplish-blue buds, which give off a bluish hue in the sunlight during springtime. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bluish 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bluish was in the 14th century

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“Bluish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bluish. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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bluish

adjective
blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue

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