bluish

adjective

blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue : having a tinge of blue
bluishness noun

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The foliage is stunning, with silvery bluish-green leaves that change hues to bronze and copper in the fall. Lauren David, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026 This creeper has bluish-green foliage that turns reddish purple in winter and reaches 8-12 inches high with a spread of 6-8 feet. Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026 Borage An annual herb with bright bluish-purple flowers, borage entices important insects to the garden. Lauren David, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026 Its lacy, silvery foliage is complemented by bluish violet flowers. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bluish

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bluish was in the 14th century

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“Bluish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/bluish. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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bluish

adjective
blu·​ish ˈblü-ish How to pronounce bluish (audio)
: somewhat blue

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