Verb he crimsoned the minute he realized the foolishness of what he'd said
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Once the domain of college basketball’s blue bloods, the top half of the NBA draft’s first round has been tinted crimson in recent years. Mike Rodak | Mrodak@al.com, al, 22 June 2022 After all, a swipe of crimson on the mouth pairs perfectly with a Chanel LBD or white Petit Bateau T-shirt and a pair of vintage jeans. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 14 July 2022 Styled by Jason Bolden, the two-piece crimson-hued suit included a double-breasted jacket with black buttons and a mini-length skirt. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 May 2022 The Dutch-American artist de Kooning used vivid hues of yellow, turquoise and crimson and a distinctive, gestural brush stroke. Anne Ryman, The Arizona Republic, 16 June 2022 Across town at Alcova, designer Leo Rydell Jost unveiled similarly exuberant carpets in super-saturated swirls of gold, violet, and crimson. Anna Fixsen, ELLE Decor, 14 June 2022 The book with its vibrant cover (an image of model Fadhi Mohamed in a crimson, sequined Bottega Veneta dress surrounded by a bed of anthuriums) encapsulates the eye through which Campbell sees the world.Essence, 22 Apr. 2022 Jacob's character, Kane, debuted as a crimson, masked and mute demon who was half-brothers with fan-favorite superstar The Undertaker.Fox News, 7 June 2022 Amrit wore a couture crimson Lehenga by Shyamal & Bhumika, paying homage to the traditional red shades worn by an Indian bride. Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 5 May 2022
Adjective
The red shingle roof and facade, with its crimson window sashes and lap siding, all nods to the resort’s signature Victorian look, are designed so that this brand new building will blend seamlessly into the 28-acre resort.San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2022 This crimson pick will do just the trick to perk you up. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 14 Sep. 2022 Except this scene is set against high crimson cliffs, creating a distinctly Arizona vibe. Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 14 Sep. 2022 Their striking dark green uniforms are accented with a crimson stripe and a large eagle feather in their hats. Alexander Smith, NBC News, 11 Sep. 2022 Qualley opted for a classic beauty look with a crimson lip and brushed-up brows. Alex Kessler, Vogue, 27 May 2022 Rihanna's makeup was light with shimmering eye shadow and a crimson lip. Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 2 Sep. 2022 Parents love to make the pilgrimage to Cambridge and pick up a crimson sweatshirt of their own. Allison Slater Tate, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2022 Some see the simplicity of the crimson and white uniforms as plain and boring. Ben Flanagan | Bflanagan@al.com, al, 4 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Noun, Adjective, and Verb
Middle English crimisin, from Old Spanish cremesín, from Arabic qirmizī, from qirmiz kermes