what is chromatic
Full Definition of CHROMATIC. 1. a: of or relating to color or color phenomena or sensations b: highly colored. 2. : of or relating to chroma. 3. a: of, relating to, or giving all the tones of the chromatic scale b: characterized by frequent use of accidentals. â chroÂ·matÂ·iÂ·calÂ·ly \-ti-k(É-)lÄ\ adverb.ull Definition of CHROMATIC. 1. a: of or relating to color or color phenomena or sensations b: highly colored. 2. : of or relating to chroma. 3. a: of, relating to, or giving all the tones of the chromatic scale b: characterized by frequent use of accidentals. â chroÂ·matÂ·iÂ·calÂ·ly \-ti-k(É-)lÄ\ adverb.