Having many bright colors or vivid hues; also describing someone or something that is lively, interesting, or full of character. The British spelling includes the 'u' unlike the American 'colorful.'
From 'colour' (from Latin 'color') plus the suffix '-ful' meaning 'full of.' The word developed both literal and figurative meanings by the 14th century, as humans naturally associated bright colors with liveliness and interest.
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