heliotrope Synonyms
Another word for heliotrope
• noun (Context 1)
A fragrant plant of the borage family (genus Heliotropium), typically having small purple or blue flowers that were traditionally believed to turn toward the sun.
"The gardener planted a border of turnsole to fill the evening air with its distinctive vanilla-like fragrance."
• noun (Context 2)
A light tint of purple or pinkish-purple, resembling the color of heliotrope flowers.
"The Victorian parlor was decorated in muted shades of mauve and sage green."
• adjective (Context 3)
Having a light tint of purple or a pinkish-purple hue.
"She wore an elegant mauve silk gown to the evening reception."
• noun (Context 4)
A green variety of chalcedony with small red inclusions of iron oxide, commonly known as bloodstone.
"The antique signet ring featured a polished bloodstone that caught the light beautifully."