1. substances that give color to other materials, especially paints, inks, or biological tissues

Examples

• The artist mixed various pigments to create the perfect shade of blue.
• Natural pigments like ochre have been used in cave paintings for thousands of years.
• Melanin is the pigment that determines skin color in humans.
• The bright pigments in the butterfly’s wings help it attract mates.
• Synthetic pigments are often more stable than natural ones.
• Chlorophyll is the green pigment that helps plants photosynthesize.
• The paint manufacturer uses high-quality pigments to ensure color durability.