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paint

[peynt] / peɪnt /
NOUN
tinted covering
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acrylic color cosmetic dye enamel latex makeup oil pigment stain varnish wax
STRONG
chroma coloring emulsion flat gloss greasepaint overlay rouge tempera veneer
VERB
apply colored tint, often to make design
Synonyms
STRONGEST
brush coat cover daub decorate depict design draw dye portray sketch tint wash
STRONG
color compose delineate draft figure fresco limn ornament outline picture represent shade slather stipple swab
WEAK
catch a likeness cover up gloss over put on coats slap on touch up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
reveal uncover whiten
WEAK
strip

Example Sentences

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In between were “low positive,” where the text mentioned minor cosmetic updates, such as fresh paint or finishes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

"These findings paint a picture of dynamic interactions shaped by both cooperation and competition."

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

Already, the club’s lush greenery looks like it could use a lick of paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Baker, who mostly uses oil and acrylic paint, said the "crazy" situation had made her realise how powerful social media can be.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The paint fumes take hold of my throat, choking me, and the room suddenly feels about 50 degrees hotter than it should.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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