chromatophilia
|chro-ma-to-phil-ia|
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/kroʊˌmætəˈfɪliə/
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/krəʊˌmætəˈfɪliə/
affinity for colors
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chromatophilia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'khrōma' meaning 'color' and 'philia' meaning 'affection or love'.
Historical Evolution
'khrōma' combined with 'philia' in Greek to form 'chromatophilia', which was adopted into modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'affection for colors', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an affinity or attraction to colors or pigments.
The artist's chromatophilia was evident in her vibrant paintings.
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Last updated: 2025/04/27 02:44