Complementary Color Definition

noun
Either one of two colors whose mixture in the right proportions produces white (in the case of light) or gray (in the case of pigment).
American Heritage
A color directly opposite another on a color wheel and providing the greatest chromatic contrast to it.
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Complementary Color Sentence Examples

  • The first complex must be absorbing red light in order to give the complementary color cyan.

  • Basics of Color Design include choosing monochromatic, analogous, or complementary color palettes.

  • Paint the walls a secondary or tertiary color from the counters, either selecting a complementary color or one that is adjacent to the colors already in the room.

  • If your backsplash is the focal of the room, choose a complementary color or material for the island light to tie the two together.

  • Using the brush to buff the makeup over all surfaces, you can achieve an even, natural looking layer of complementary color that enhances your appearance.

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RORLOR

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