ACHROMATIC - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

having no hue

Example: neutral colors like black or white

Synonyms

Achromatic, Neutral

Antonyms

Chromatic

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "achromatic" comes from Ancient Greek ἀχρωμάτιστος. Many other languages have similar words:

  • French: achromatique

🧩 Fun Fact

Greek mythology embedded itself so deeply in language that we still use mythological names as common words.