Which term describes the lightness of a color relative to white?

• A. Shade
• B. Tone
• C. Hue
• D. Tint

Answer: (D)

Lightness relative to white is described by the term tint. A tint is made when you add white to a color, producing lighter, pastel versions—like red turning into pink or blue into light blue. A shade, by contrast, comes from adding black, making the color darker. A tone involves mixing with gray, which dulls or mutes the color. Hue refers to the basic color family itself (red, blue, green) regardless of how light or dark it is. So the lightness toward white specifically defines a tint, helping you create softer, lighter variations while keeping the same color identity.