ˈkələ(r)fəl adjective
1. : marked by much color or many colors especially those that are bright or vivid
the colorful scenery of the area
: attractively colored
2. : compelling attention or interest : striking because of lively animation, diverting variety, compelling individual manner, distinctive procedure, or unusual content often exaggerated
a colorful pageant
a colorful athlete
version … garnished with boasts of his own exploits, is a colorful … account — American Guide Series: California
• col·or·ful·ly -f(ə)lē, -li adverb
• col·or·ful·ness noun -es