FADES Synonyms: 145 Similar and Opposite Words

fades 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of fade

as in disappears

to cease to be visible the departing ship gradually faded over the horizon

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as in bleaches

to make white or whiter by removing color years of harsh sunlight had faded the car, which was once fire-engine red

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as in weakens

to lose bodily strength or vigor began to fade after battling the disease for years

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fades

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noun

plural of fade

as in trims

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Too often, participation fades just as the lifelong benefits begin. — Lindsay Davenport, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026 Slowing down to test demand, unit economics and operational readiness helps companies avoid costly overexpansion and build growth that lasts after the hype fades. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Many health devices end up forgotten in a drawer after the novelty fades. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Aug. 2026 The refillable bottle fades from matte black to crystal-clear glass, reflecting the scent’s bold contrasts. — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026 But the joy of their reunion soon fades, revealing deep, unsettling cracks in their relationship. — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026 Even after his offence fades, Bouchard’s ability to move the puck out of the zone will have high value. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 31 July 2026 August brings a fresh wave of new book releases perfect for squeezing in one more great read before summer fades away. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 Adidas is in a race to roll out new styles as the popularity of its Samba and Gazelle sneakers gradually fades. — Linda Pasquini, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fades

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If consumers are inclined to believe a company behaved badly, the distinction between firing and non-renewal disappears.

— Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Below me a narrow path winds through muddy rice paddies like a snake and disappears into a horizon blanketed by dense fog.

— Marisol Delarosa, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of disappears

Verb

The use of noble language to describe a process that weakens constitutional guardrails only widens the disconnect between words and actions.

— Yuripzy Morgan, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026
The erosion of those countries’ industrial capacity ultimately weakens their ability to compete with and resist China economically, diplomatically, and militarily.

— Bill Cassidy, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of weakens

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The entire collection was made from the fabrics, trims, notions, and remnants that have accumulated at its studio over the years.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
The company launched the Passion S in China on August 15, with prices starting at 229,900 yuan ($33,800) and reaching 279,900 yuan ($41,200) across three trims.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of trims

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Years after walking away from the FBI, Fox Mulder and Dana Scully are pulled back from the shadows when a federal agent vanishes without a trace.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 14 Aug. 2026
If the human vanishes at the moment of execution, then fraud, repudiation, and abuse all become easier to scale.

— Raj Ananthanpillai, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of vanishes

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Meanwhile, glycerin, betaine, sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, and beta-glucan flood the area with hydration, while niacinamide brightens the look of dullness and uneven tone.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026
Its dewy coverage gives cheeks a bright, doll-like, natural flush that highlights the cheekbones and brightens complexions.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of brightens

Noun

The actor and beauty entrepreneur treats her hair like a daily ritual, customizing it into Pinterest-worthy styles—geometric bobs!

— Brianna J. Heath, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
From blunt bobs to layered shags, these are some of the best short hairstyles for thick hair to try this year.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

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