Meaning & Definition of word "Shadowed"

Shadowed

/ˈʃædoʊd/

1. to cast a shadow over or to obscure from view.
- Example: The trees shadowed the path, making it a cool retreat on a hot day.
2. to follow someone closely, often secretly, to observe them.
- Example: The detective shadowed the suspect to gather evidence.
3. to provide a background or dark contrast that makes something else appear brighter or clearer.
- Example: The vivid colors of the painting were shadowed by the dark frame.
4. to represent someone or something as less important.
- Example: His achievements were often shadowed by his colleagues' successes.
5. to put someone in a position of lesser prominence or importance.
- Example: Her talent often shadowed by her overbearing partner.

1. having shadows; dim or dark.
- Example: The shadowed corners of the room made it feel eerie at night.
2. hidden or not fully visible.
- Example: He was a shadowed figure in the background of the photograph.

Middle English, from Old English 'sceadu' meaning 'shade, shadow'.

in someone's shadow:

To be less prominent or successful than someone else.

shadow of a doubt:

A phrase indicating great certainty.

shadowing:

The act of closely following or observing someone.

shadow:

A dark shape produced by an object blocking light.

shade:

A region where light is blocked.

silhouette:

The dark shape and outline of someone or something.

Meaning: To imitate or copy someone closely.

Example Sentence: He was shadowing his boss to learn how to manage.

Meaning: To be a lackey or subordinate to someone.

Example Sentence: She's always shadowing her older brother around.