yellowed
UK: ˈjeləʊd | US: ˈjeloʊd
adj. having turned yellow, especially with age or wear
v. (past tense/past participle of "yellow") to become or cause to become yellow
The word "yellowed" combines "yellow," derived from Old English "geolu" (related to the color), with the suffix "-ed," indicating a past participle or adjective form. Over time, "yellowed" evolved to describe objects that have naturally or artificially acquired a yellow tint, often due to aging, oxidation, or exposure. The morpheme "yellow" retains its core meaning, while "-ed" adds a passive or completed action nuance.
The pages of the old book had yellowed with age.
She found a yellowed photograph in the attic.
The sunlight had yellowed the white curtains over the years.
His teeth were slightly yellowed from coffee stains.
The artist intentionally yellowed the paper to give it an antique look.