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Fading
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Simple meaning
What does Fading mean?
Gradually disappearing or weakening.
Dictionary definition
Gradually disappearing, losing strength, or becoming less bright.
Example sentences
Fading in a sentence
easy
The fading light made the room dim.
medium
The old sign was fading.
hard
Fading can describe color, sound, memory, strength, or attention.
Synonyms
Words like Fading
dimmingBecoming less bright.
fadeRelated word that supports the meaning of fading.
Antonyms
Opposite words
growingIncreasing or becoming stronger.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to fading, depending on context.
Word family
Fading word family
Base word
fading
noun
fadings
More than one fading.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fading mean?
Fading means gradually disappearing or weakening.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fading?
Dimming is close in meaning to fading in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fading?
Growing contrasts with fading.
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