The term 'color lightly' can be broken down into five different crossword solutions: SHADE (5 letters), TINGE (5 letters), TINCT (5 letters), TINT (4 letters), and tincts (6 letters). SHADE is a subtle variation of color, usually created by adding black or white to a hue. TINGE is a slight hint of color, often used to describe a small amount of something. TINCT is a verb meaning to color or dye something. TINT is a lighter version of a color, usually created by adding white to a hue. Finally, tincts is the plural form of TINCT, meaning to color or dye multiple things. ECRU is a neutral color, usually described as a light brownish-gray.