1. of, relating to, or emphasizing colour or the use of colour, especially in art or music
Usage: chiefly used in art criticism and music theory
2. characterized by vivid, bold, or striking use of colour

Examples

• The painter's colouristic approach transformed the landscape with bold blues and oranges.
• Debussy's colouristic orchestration created shimmering, impressionistic effects.
• The artist's colouristic palette demonstrated mastery of light and shadow.
• Modern graphic design often employs colouristic techniques to draw the viewer's eye.
• The colouristic elements of the composition gave it an almost musical quality.