Tint/tɪnt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/2Subtle Nuance Tint suggests a very light addition of color, not overwhelming the original hue. The evening sky had a tint of orange as the sun set. Pro Tip 2/2Perceptible Difference Even a slight tint can alter the perception of an item's true color. Under the blue lights, the white walls took on a cool tint.