Word Adjective
tinted
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈtɪntɪd/ UK /tˈɪntɪd/ tint·ed
Definition
adj.having a small amount of color added to it, often to protect from sunlight or for style.
adj.having a slight amount of color or shade added; often describes glass treated with a film to reduce light transmission.
Examples
“He wears tinted glasses even when he is indoors.”
“The celebrity arrived in a limousine with tinted windows to avoid being seen by the waiting photographers.”
“The architect specified tinted glass for the south-facing facade to minimize solar heat gain while maintaining a sleek, modern aesthetic for the office tower.”
Usage
Often used as a participial adjective; typically precedes the noun it modifies.
Real-world usage
“With his Addams Family hair, tinted goggles and limber dance moves, he could be a goth raver.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
Updated