White 1. The achromatic color of maximum lightness; the color of objects that reflect nearly all light of all visible wavelengths; the complement or antagonist of black, the other extreme of the neutral gray series. Although typically a response to maximum stimulation of the retina, the perception of white appears always to depend on contrast. White is the traditional color used in a wedding in America. In China white is the traditional color of death. Back to 5000 Word List 651 |
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Shown is a white dove (bird) |