undertones

[US]/ˈʌndəˌtəʊnz/
[UK]/ˈʌndərˌtoʊnz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.subtle or underlying qualities or feelings; low or muted tones; soft or faint colors

Phrases & Collocations

color undertones

warm undertones

cool undertones

subtle undertones

earthy undertones

neutral undertones

blue undertones

red undertones

green undertones

yellow undertones

Example Sentences

the painting has subtle undertones of blue and green.

her voice carried undertones of sadness.

the music had dark undertones that created a haunting atmosphere.

there are political undertones in his speech.

the novel explores themes with romantic undertones.

her laughter had playful undertones.

the discussion revealed undertones of tension between the two parties.

his comments had sarcastic undertones.

the film's undertones reflect societal issues.

she appreciated the undertones of humor in his writing.

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