noun
- substances used to add color to materials such as food, fabric, paint, or cosmetics
Usage: plural form of colorant
Examples
- The food manufacturer uses natural colorants like beet juice and turmeric.
- Artificial colorants are often added to candy to make it more appealing.
- The textile industry relies on various colorants to dye fabrics.
- Some people are allergic to certain colorants found in processed foods.
- The artist mixed different colorants to achieve the perfect shade of blue.
- Organic colorants are becoming more popular in cosmetic products.