What does FADED mean?

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Faded is a verb and an adjective.

Definitions

As a verb, faded means to lose brightness or vividness of color. As an adjective, faded means having lost brightness or color.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈfeɪdɪd/

UK: /ˈfeɪdɪd/

Origin and Usage

The word faded originated from the Middle English word "faden" which means to become light or pale. It has been in usage since the 14th century.

Synonyms

As a verb: dimmed, lost color, became pale, grew faint. As an adjective: washed-out, pale, dull, muted.

Related Words

shade, pale, light, ghost, blend.

Example Sentences

As a verb: The colors of the painting have faded over time. The flowers in the garden have faded due to lack of water.

As an adjective: The old photograph was faded and yellowed. The once vibrant curtains now looked faded and worn.