Aquatinta is a French word that refers to the printmaking technique of creating tonal gradations using acid on a metal plate. There are various synonyms for this word that artists and printmakers use depending on their region and language. Some of the common synonyms are aquatint, aquafortis, aqua fortis, aqua tinta, and etching. These words refer to the same technique and process of creating a print using a metal plate and acid. Aquatint is the most commonly used synonym in the English language, while aqua fortis and aqua tinta are more commonly used in the Latin languages. Irrespective of the synonym used, aquatinta remains a widely used printmaking technique to create beautiful and intricate works of art.