Basic Color-Related Terms

A few common color-related terms are defined.

A few common color-related terms:

Tint: to lessen a color's saturation by adding white

Shade: to darken a color by adding black

Tone: to soften a color by adding gray

Warm colors: those having yellow undertones

Cool colors: those having blue undertones.

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