Basic Details
Word: Faded
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Having lost colour, brightness, or clarity; not as strong as it once was.
Synonyms: Dull, pale, washed-out
Antonyms: Bright, vibrant, vivid
Idioms and Phrases
- Fade into the background: To become less noticeable or important. Example: "As time went on, he faded into the background of the group, rarely speaking up."
- Fade away: To gradually become less visible or to disappear. Example: "As the sun set, the light began to fade away, and soon it was dark."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The colours of the old photograph had faded over the years, making it difficult to see the faces clearly.
Example 2: His enthusiasm for the project faded when he realised how much work was involved.
Example 3: After weeks of rain, the bright flowers in the garden had faded and looked tired.
Fun Fact
Did you know that fading can occur in many objects, such as clothes or art? Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun are a common cause of fading, which is why it's often recommended to keep delicate items out of direct sunlight.
Famous Quote
"The wound is not my own; it was my heart that faded." Steven Moffat
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "faded" mean?
a) Having lost brightness or colour
b) Extremely bright
c) Completely new
d) Very colourful
Answer: a) Having lost brightness or colour
2. Which of these is a synonym of "faded"?
a) Vibrant
b) Dull
c) Bright
d) Clear
Answer: b) Dull
3. What is an antonym of "faded"?
a) Dull
b) Vivid
c) Pale
d) Washed-out
Answer: b) Vivid
4. Which sentence uses "faded" correctly?
a) The faded painting looked as if it had been created yesterday.
b) The faded tracks of the old train were still visible.
c) The cat faded quickly across the room.
d) The children faded their homework.
Answer: b) The faded tracks of the old train were still visible.
5. What does the idiom "fade into the background" mean?
a) To become more visible
b) To become less important
c) To create a new image
d) To draw attention
Answer: b) To become less important
