fade

/feɪd/ or /feɪd/ (BAID, FAYD)

Definitions

1. verb

to become less intense, weaker, or less noticeable, especially in color or light

“The sunset will fade into night soon.”

2. verb

to decrease in popularity or effectiveness

“The fashion trend will fade by next season.”

3. noun

a gradual reduction in intensity or quantity

“The fade of the music was almost imperceptible.”

4. noun

a reduction in sound or volume

“The fade out at the end of the song was smooth.”

5. noun

a gradual change in color, especially in a sunset

“The fade of the sky was breathtaking.”

6. noun

a reduction in a trend or fashion

“The fashion industry is experiencing a fade in sales.”

7. noun

a gradual decrease in popularity or effectiveness

“The idea of the project will fade if it’s not implemented soon.”

8. adverb

gradually becoming less intense or noticeable

“The light will fade out slowly.”

Synonyms

  • decline
  • wane
  • weaken

Antonyms

  • increase
  • intensify
  • intensify