greenish

[ gree-nish ]

adjective

1. somewhat green; having a tinge of green.

Word History and Origins

Origin of greenish¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; green, -ish ¹

Example Sentences

As it has gained more popularity around the globe, greenish capsules, powders and extracts have popped up in vape and smoke shops in California.

From Los Angeles Times

Our home’s previous owners painted every wall a cool, semi-glossed gray with greenish undertones.

From Los Angeles Times

Scientists have determined our "fingerprints" are over the rapidly heating oceans, and it is even changing its color to a more greenish shade.

From Salon

It comes in greenish powders, capsules and extracts, and is readily found in smoke shops and online.

From Los Angeles Times

A pinkish tint means the drink contains ketamine; a greenish tint means it contains gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid.

From Los Angeles Times