as in coloration
the natural coloring of people, animals, or plants
Chlorophyll causes the green pigmentation in plants.
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Recent Examples of pigmentation
Sun Protection Sunscreen is critical for maintaining healthy skin, especially when addressing pigmentation and UV damage.
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Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
With nearly 4,000 Amazon ratings and glowing reviews regarding pigmentation, quality, staying power, and ease of application, this popular lipstick has been a go-to pick since its first launch.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2025
Gatineau also includes artichoke leaf extract, which is praised for guarding against pigmentation and minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores.
—Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 21 Jan. 2025
Consistent use of the device results in an improved appearance of wrinkles, sun damage, redness, and pigmentation—and the laser has racked up quite the smooth-skinned cult following.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025
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Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
With nearly 4,000 Amazon ratings and glowing reviews regarding pigmentation, quality, staying power, and ease of application, this popular lipstick has been a go-to pick since its first launch.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2025
Gatineau also includes artichoke leaf extract, which is praised for guarding against pigmentation and minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores.
—Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 21 Jan. 2025
Consistent use of the device results in an improved appearance of wrinkles, sun damage, redness, and pigmentation—and the laser has racked up quite the smooth-skinned cult following.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pigmentation
Noun
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So the next-level coloration is quite likely to serve more than one role.—
Jason Bittel,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
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The red coloration of these surprisingly bright early galaxies is thought to come from gas and dust in a flattened cloud of matter around supermassive black holes called an accretion disk.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile, Moscow has welcomed Trump's more conciliatory tone.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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Paint firms, such as Benjamin Moore, have several categories of traditional tones for inspiration.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2025
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Opt for a crisp white color palette for the flooring, walls, and ceiling to reflect natural light and give the porch a clean, timeless look.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Pansies have so much personality, with all kinds of streaks and ruffles, and an incredible color range.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Pigmentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pigmentation. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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