Animal Coloration

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a congenital disorder characterized by the complete or partial absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes

  • Albinism is a genetic condition characterized by a lack of melanin in the skin, hair, and eyes.
  • My friend has albinism, so she has to be extra careful in the sun to avoid getting sunburned.
  • Some people mistakenly believe that individuals with albinism have 'albino powers' or unique abilities.
  • The lack of diversity in the workplace was like a form of organizational albinism, stifling innovation and creativity.

adjective describing something that has two different colors or shades

  • The bicolored butterfly fluttered gracefully in the garden.
  • I love your bicolored shoes, they're so stylish!
  • Check out that bicolored car, it's sick!
  • Her bicolored personality made her both charming and mysterious.