Lilac - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Lilac is a pale purple color named after the fragrant flowers of the lilac shrub. It symbolizes spring, renewal, and nostalgia, often used in art and design for its soft, soothing tone.
Definition:
A shrub with fragrant purple or white flowers, or a pale purple color resembling its blooms.
Synonyms:
lavender, mauve, violet
Part of Speech:
noun, adjective
Antonyms:
(none applicable for color/shrub)
Common Collocations:
lilac bush, lilac flowers, pale lilac, lilac scent
Derivatives:
lilacs (plural), lilaceous (adjective)
Usage Tips:
Use "lilac" as a noun for the plant or flower and as an adjective for the pale purple color.
Common Phrases:
in full bloom, shades of lilac, lilac season
Etymology:
From Persian *līlak*, via Arabic and Turkish, referring to the plant's blossoms.
Examples:
- 1. The lilac bush in our garden blooms every spring.
- 2. She wore a lovely lilac dress to the party.
- 3. The scent of lilacs filled the evening air.
- 4. His painting featured soft lilac hues at sunset.