Colour symbolism Flashcards

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What does the color white symbolize?

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Light, purity, chastity, innocence, truth, modesty, peace, femininity

White is often associated with positive attributes and is seen as a symbol of new beginnings.

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What are the connotations of the color black?

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Gloom, darkness, woe, night, death, dread, terror, mourning

Black is frequently linked with negative emotions and events.

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Which feelings or concepts are associated with the color grey?

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Humility, melancholy, resolution, sadness

Grey often represents a balance between extremes, embodying neutrality.

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What does the color red represent?

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Blood, heat, fire, anger, hatred, cruelty, tragedy, shame, destruction, power, passion

Red is a powerful color that evokes strong emotions and associations.

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Fill in the blank: Yellow symbolizes _______.

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Liveliness, gaiety, cowardice, decay, deceit, sickness

Yellow can have both positive and negative connotations.

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What are the associations of the color green?

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Youth, vigour, immaturity, contemplation, immortality, peace, solitude, jealousy

Green is often linked to nature and growth.

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What feelings does the color blue evoke?

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Cold, melancholy, serenity, truth

Blue is frequently associated with calmness and stability.

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