Used in a Sentence

violet

How to use violet in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for violet.

Editorial note

If that line is not easily defined, does that mean there is no difference between violet and red?

Examples3
Definitions3
Parts of speech2

Quick take

any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of violet gathered in one view.

noun

any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers

noun

a variable color that lies beyond blue in the spectrum

adjective

of a color intermediate between red and blue

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for violet.

noun

any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers

noun

a variable color that lies beyond blue in the spectrum

adjective

of a color intermediate between red and blue

Example sentences

1

If that line is not easily defined, does that mean there is no difference between violet and red?

2

That may imply that these bulbs emit little or no violet in their "white" light, since violet has a shorter wavelength than blue.

3

"The new processed mosaic [is] composed of 60 images taken in the violet, visible and near infrared part of the spectrum".

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use violet in a sentence?

If that line is not easily defined, does that mean there is no difference between violet and red?

What does violet mean?

any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers

What part of speech is violet?

violet is commonly used as noun, adjective.