ruddier

Pinker in complexion

Ruddier is the comparative form of ruddy, meaning having a healthier or more reddish complexion: His face grew ruddier in the cold wind.

It can also intensify the British mild oath: That's even ruddier nonsense than before.

complexion

flushed

Reddened from emotion

  • rosyPinkly warm or hopeful
  • glowingGiving off steady light
  • blushingFacial reddening from embarrassment

florid · sunburned · windburnt · blooming · radiant · apple-cheeked · fresh-faced · embarrassed · bashful · flustered

health

robust

Strong and durable

flourishing · thriving · vital · blooming · wholesome · hardy · fit · energetic · sturdy · resilient

coloration

deeper

More extended inward

darker · brighter · intensified · heightened · pinkish

Opposites
complexion color/redness

ruddierpaler

More drained of hue

whiter · grayer · pastier · chalkier · milkier

health/vitality appearance

ruddiersicklier

Less healthy by comparison

unhealthier

Family

ruddiness, ruddiest

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G