bright orange

Traffic cone shade

Bright orange describes a vivid, saturated shade of orange—the color of traffic cones, construction vests, and ripe tangerines.

The brightness distinguishes it from muted or burnt oranges: The hunter wore bright orange so he wouldn't be mistaken for a deer.

Often chosen specifically for high visibility.

Related
  • tangerineSmall, loose-skinned citrus
  • pumpkinLarge orange autumn gourd
  • flameBurning gas made visible
  • neonInert illuminating element
  • citrusAcidic fruits with segments

marigold · sunset · carrot · traffic cone · safety vest · life jacket · highlighter · monarch butterfly · amber · fiery · vibrant · zest · goldfish · construction · warning · traffic light · tropical · fruit punch

Categories
Opposites
color saturation/intensity

bright orangeburnt sienna

Reddish-brown pigment color

rust · terracotta · ochre · tan · beige

visual conspicuousness

bright orangedrab

Dull and cheerless

muted · subtle · understated · neutral · subdued

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G