matching colors

noun phrase

UK /ˈmætʃɪŋ ˈkʌləz/

US /ˈmætʃɪŋ ˈkʌlərz/

Colors that look the same or go well together.

She wore matching colors, a blue shirt and blue shoes.

SYNONYMS

coordinating colors harmonious colors complementary colors corresponding colors

RELATED WORDS

color scheme palette pairing contrast

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Colors that are identical in shade.

The twins picked matching colors for their backpacks.

3. Colors chosen to look good together in a design.

The artist used matching colors to make the poster feel calm.

4. In games, colors that pair up to form a set.

Find the matching colors to win the card game.