Definition & Meaning of "crimson"

crimson

having a rich, dark red color with tints of purple

characterized by violence or bloodshed

(of a face) deep red or flushed, often due to intense emotion, embarrassment, or exertion

blushing

flushed

red

reddened

rosy

Crimson

a deep and vivid red color

to crimson

to become red in the face, especially as a result of embarrassment or shame

Intransitive

crimson

adj

Example

Her face turned crimson with embarrassment when she realized everyone was staring at her.

The heat of the room caused his face to become crimson as he felt increasingly uncomfortable.

After running the marathon, his face was crimson from the exertion.

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