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Shades of Black

12 Words

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black
1.
black
Adjective

having the color that is the darkest, like most crows

A black raven is flying across the night sky.

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ebony
2.
e
bo
ny
Noun

an intensely dark black color

The piano keys were polished a deep ebony.

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licorice
3.
li
co
rice
Adjective

having a dark black color, resembling the hue of licorice candy, often used to describe a deep and rich shade of black

The bedroom walls were painted with a deep licorice tint.

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onyx
4.
o
nyx
Noun

a black or dark-colored variety of chalcedony, a type of cryptocrystalline quartz, often used as a gemstone or for decorative purposes

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5.
cafe noir
Adjective

of a deep, dark brown color, resembling the color of black coffee

The bedroom walls were painted in a soothing café noir shade.

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6.
raisin black
Adjective

of a dark purplish-black color, resembling the color of dried black grapes

The dress had a chic raisin black shade for the party.

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7.
rich black
Adjective

having a deep, dark black color that is often used in printing and design to create a darker and more intense black shade

Her evening gown had a luxurious feel with its rich black velvet fabric.

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jet-black
8.
jet
black
Adjective

having a very shiny black color, resembling the color of coal

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9.
vio
let
black
Adjective

having a color that is a mixture of black and a deep purple tone

The flower had a beautiful violet-black color.

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10.
black olive
Adjective

having a dark, purplish-black color resembling the color of ripe olives

The mug was a deep black olive shade.

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11.
Charleston green
Adjective

having a dark, almost black color with deep green undertones

Her vintage bicycle had a chic Charleston green frame.

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12.
cool black
Adjective

having a black color with blue or purple undertones, giving it a cooler, darker appearance compared to a true neutral black

The sports car had a sleek, cool black exterior.

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