Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Shade.
How to pronounce shade:
US
Shade - as a noun
Relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
Example: "It is much cooler in the shade"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shadinessshadowinessHypernyms (Closely Related)
semidarknessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color
Example: "After several trials he mixed the shade of pink that she wanted"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tincturetinttoneHypernyms (Closely Related)
colorcoloringcolourcolouringHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight
Example: "They used umbrellas as shades"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
protectionprotective coverprotective coveringHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
Example: "Without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nicetynuancerefinementsubtletyA position of relative inferiority
Example: "An achievement that puts everything else in the shade"
A mental representation of some haunting experience
Example: "He looked like he had seen a ghost"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ghostspecterspectrewraithA representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment)
A protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lamp shadelampshadeShade - as a verb
Represent the effect of shade or shadow on
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
paintdrawHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Protect from light, heat, or view
Example: "Shade your eyes when you step out into the bright sunlight"
Vary slightly
Example: "Shade the meaning"
Pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree
Example: "The butterfly wings shade to yellow"
Example Sentences
"I sat under the shade of a tree to escape the heat."
"She put on her sunglasses to protect her eyes from the sun's shade."
"The artist used different shades of blue to create a stunning painting."
"The old building provided a welcome shade from the scorching sun."
"The lampshade cast a soft shade in the dimly lit room."
Word Game Points
Is SHADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shade is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SHADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is SHADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shade is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSHADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is SHADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shade is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSHADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
