fade

B1
Pronunciation
/feɪd/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A golf shot that (for the right-handed player) curves intentionally to the right. See slice, hook, draw.

2 Definition

A haircut where the hair is short or shaved on the sides of the head and longer on top. See also high-top fade and low fade.

3 Definition

A fight.

4 Definition

A gradual decrease in the brightness of a shot or the volume of sound or music (as a means of cutting to a new scene or starting a new song).

5 Definition

The act of disappearing from a place so as not to be found; covert departure.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To grow weak; to lose strength; to decay; to perish gradually; to wither, as a plant.

2 Definition

To lose freshness, color, or brightness; to become faint in hue or tint; hence, to be wanting in color.

3 Definition

To sink away; to disappear gradually; to grow dim; to vanish.

Example Sentences
  • The milkman's whistling faded into the distance.
4 Definition

To cause to fade.

5 Definition

To bet against.

Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Weak; insipid; tasteless.

Synonyms
dull
2 Definition

Strong; bold; doughty.