1
as in to disappear
to cease to be visible
the departing ship gradually faded over the horizon
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to bleach
to make white or whiter by removing color
years of harsh sunlight had faded the car, which was once fire-engine red
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to weaken
to lose bodily strength or vigor
began to fade after battling the disease for years
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fade
Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Long after fame fades and possessions change hands, stories endure.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Using hot water on everything can shrink fabrics, fade colors and weaken elastic fibers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fade
Verb
But all of those feelings faded when Suarez was no-hitting the Phillies through four innings.
—Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Long after fame fades and possessions change hands, stories endure.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
Noun
This aluminum set is great for open-air spaces, thanks to its durable material that’s water-, rust-, and fade-resistant.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Using hot water on everything can shrink fabrics, fade colors and weaken elastic fibers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for fade
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fade
Verb
-
Jewelry couriers carrying armored cases disappear into the famously tiny elevators.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
-
In one scene, Misael disappears entirely from the forest as the canine roams around in the background while a calf grazes up front.—
Vadim Rizov,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
Verb
-
But beyond these gardens the terrain is dry, trees thin; green after summer rains, but parched and bleached for most of the year.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 May 2026
-
Scented and bleached toilet paper can have irritating chemicals, while wiping the wrong way can increase your risk of infection.—
Pamela Assid Woughter,
Verywell Health,
11 May 2026
Verb
-
The weakened 65-year-old cartel will remain with its five original members—Iran, Iraq, and Venezuela, as well as the Saudis and Kuwaitis—and six oil-producing African nations.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
-
This can weaken and compromise your home’s structural integrity, which could lead to safety hazards and expensive repairs.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
Noun
-
For example, the archway in my living room is currently painted the same shade (Farrow & Ball Light Blue) as the trim in my bed nook and the walls and ceiling in my dressing room.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2026
-
Ken Russell’s brutally intense movie received X-ratings, trims, and limited release its first time out in 1971 in the US.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
Verb
-
The first dream had vanished within two weeks of his arrival.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
-
The case went cold, the prime suspect vanished, and then Crement joined the force.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
Verb
-
For instance, researchers found that rapid urbanization and electrification across Asia drove brightening in cities from China to India to Sub-Saharan Africa.—
Bree Shirvell,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
-
Just a little acid went a long way in brightening up all the flavors and cutting through the richness of the sauce.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 May 2026
Verb
-
Does the couch have a tendency to sag?—
Meg Kernahan,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2026
-
The cushions will stay bouncy thanks to sinuous springs that prevent sagging over time.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Noun
-
For the Steelers, who were underwhelmed by the 2025 quarterback draft class, Rodgers provided a potential bridge to what was supposed to be a much stronger 2026 crop of QBs.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
-
Combined with soaring transport and fuel costs, which are essential for everything from running pumps and irrigation to harvesting rice and getting it to market, farmers may not be able to afford to plant the next season’s crop.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
16 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Fade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fade. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
