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Hue
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the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel
What is "hue"?
Hue refers to the specific shade or tint of a color. It is what is commonly thought of as the name of a color, like red, blue, or green. Hue is what distinguishes one color from another on the spectrum. For example, different shades of blue, from light sky blue to dark navy blue, all have the same hue, which is blue, but vary in their lightness or darkness. Hue is one of the basic properties used to describe colors, along with saturation and brightness.
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a type of attitude, belief, or opinion one has
Example
The lake reflected the sky's hues duskily during twilight.
Tropical bird feathers showcased brilliant fuchsia hues.
The marigold sunset painted the sky with warm hues.
The sunset painted the sky in shocking pink hues.
The sunset painted the horizon magnificently with hues of red and gold.
