chartreuse
/ʃɑrˈtruːz/
adjective
- Of a bright yellowish-green color.
- He chose a chartreuse backpack so it would be easy to spot.
- She wore a chartreuse dress to the summer party.
- The chartreuse leaves of the plant brightened the garden.
Synonyms
noun
- A bright, yellowish-green color.
- She painted the kitchen walls a vibrant chartreuse.
- His chartreuse tie stood out against his dark suit.
- The artist mixed yellow and green to create a perfect chartreuse.
- A green or yellow liqueur made by Carthusian monks, typically flavored with herbs and spices.
- He bought a bottle of yellow chartreuse as a souvenir from France.
- They served a small glass of chartreuse after dinner.
- The cocktail recipe calls for a splash of green chartreuse.