shades Synonyms
Another word for shades
• noun (Context 1)
Comparative darkness caused by the interception of light, or distinct variations and gradations of a color.
"The artist blended several hues of blue to capture the depth of the ocean."
• noun (Context 2)
A pair of sunglasses worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight or as a fashion accessory (informal).
"She put on her dark sunglasses before stepping out into the bright summer sunshine."
• verb (Context 3)
To screen, cover, or protect from direct light or heat.
"The ancient oak tree shadows the entire patio during the hottest hours of the day."
• noun (Context 4)
Movable coverings or screens, such as window blinds or lampshades, used to block, filter, or diffuse light.
"He pulled down the window blinds to keep the afternoon heat out of the living room."
• verb (Context 5)
To darken or color part of a drawing or painting with parallel lines or a block of tone to create the illusion of depth and shadow.
"The illustrator carefully darkens the portrait with charcoal to give the face realistic dimension."
• noun (Context 6)
Things that serve as a reminder or faint suggestion of someone or something from the past (usually followed by 'of').
"Critics noted that the young director's debut film showed unmistakable echoes of classic noir cinema."
• verb (Context 7)
To pass or change gradually and imperceptibly from one color, state, or quality into another.
"Along the horizon, the deep indigo of the evening sky blends into a soft violet."
Opposites of shades
The opposite of shades shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: