1. a slight trace or touch of a particular color, feeling, or quality

1. to color slightly or give a slight trace of a particular quality to something

Examples

• The sunset had a pink tinge to it.
• There was a tinge of sadness in her voice.
• The white walls had a yellow tinge from age.
• His excitement was tinged with nervousness.
• The autumn leaves were tinged with gold.
• A tinge of regret colored his decision.
• The sky was tinged with orange at dawn.