UNDERTONE Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

undertone

noun

Definition of undertone

as in overtone

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Dissimilar Words

achromatism

as in whisper

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Recent Examples of undertone Alternatively, light, muted blue paint colors with gray undertones are also super on-trend right now. — Cori Sears, The Spruce, 21 June 2026 With its reddish-brown undertone and reputation for being low-maintenance, this look is a no-brainer for the summer months. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 June 2026 But the media dug the myth a little too much; their consuming embrace of it carried a racist undertone, as if Basquiat could only be understood as a derelict version of virtuosity. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 9 June 2026 That was the tenor in the crowd, curiosity combined with UFC fandom with a political undertone to it all, fueled by $12 Bud Lights. — Oskar Garcia, New York Times, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for undertone

Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertone

Noun

There was also the biblical overtone to Peter, Paul and Mary.

— Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026
Rittenhouse was also 17 at the time, and claimed self defense in a case with strong racial and political overtones that also spurred large, controversial online fundraising campaigns.

— Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 15 June 2026

Definition of overtone

Noun

These include rolled or folded leaf blades, a dark or blue tinge to the foliage, or lingering footprints after walking on the lawn.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
In this stingray photo, the sand and gravel appear more distinct and defined in the high-resolution shot—even the blue spots look a tinge punchier.

— Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026

Definition of tinge

Noun

Destinations that combine crystal-clear seas, warm sand tones and unspoilt scenery consistently stand out as the places people most dream about visiting.

— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
Navigation instructions are presented in plenty of time and with a confident tone.

— James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026

Definition of tone

Noun

While warm, earthy walls create a harmonious look, cooler hues, such as soft blues and grays, add a refreshing contrast.

— Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
Researchers recently visualized a set of images across a spectrum of red, white, and blue hues compiled by the Chandra X-ray Observatory as well as the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026

Definition of hue

Noun

Clinique Moisture Surge Sheertint Hydrator Flash forward to July, and the foundation-replacing skin tint is my most-used (and raved about) beauty product, and my secret for the perfect summer glow.

— Melony Forcier, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Pureed and strained raspberries provide the delicate pink tint in the frosting.

— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 July 2026