The term 'color akin to turquoise' can be described by four different crossword solutions: BERYL (5 letters), Aqua (4 letters), TEAL (4 letters), and Nileblue (8 letters). BERYL is a mineral composed of beryllium, aluminum, and silicate, and is found in many colors, including green, blue, yellow, pink, and white. Aqua is a light greenish-blue color, similar to turquoise. TEAL is a dark blue-green color, also similar to turquoise. Finally, Nileblue is a deep, bluish-green color, which is very close to the color of turquoise.