Meaning & Definition of word "Fade"

Fade

/feɪd/

1. A gradual decrease in intensity or brightness.
- Example: The fade of the sunset was breathtaking.
2. A gradual loss of color or detail in an image or a sound.
- Example: The photograph suffered a fade over the years, losing its vibrant colors.

1. To lose brightness, strength, or color gradually.
- Example: The colors of the painting began to fade after years of exposure to sunlight.
2. To gradually disappear or become less intense.
- Example: Her memory of that summer started to fade as time went on.
3. To become less in amount or quality.
- Example: The loud music from the party started to fade as we walked further away.

Middle English faden, from Old English fædan

fade away:

to gradually disappear or become less clear

fade into obscurity:

to become less well-known or important

fade from memory:

to be forgotten over time

fading:

the action of becoming less distinct or disappearing

fade-out:

a gradual decrease in the volume of sound or the brightness of an image

fade-in:

a gradual increase in the volume of sound or the brightness of an image

Meaning: to disappear or be lost

Example Sentence: He just faded after high school and no one saw him again.

Meaning: to fade away in terms of popularity or relevance

Example Sentence: That band was hot for a minute but they faded quickly.