1. of, relating to, or resembling the color of olives; yellowish-green or brownish-green
2. of or relating to the olive tree or olive family
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The bird's olivaceous plumage blended perfectly with the foliage.
• She chose an olivaceous paint color for the living room walls.
• The olivaceous tones in the landscape painting evoked a sense of calm.
• The fabric had an olivaceous hue that was neither quite green nor brown.
• Olivaceous plants in the Mediterranean region thrive in warm climates.