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shade

/ʃeɪd/  ·  say it: SHAYD

a slight variation in meaning or color

In Nuance & Precision

In more detail

1. (noun) an area of darkness caused by something blocking light from the sun

2. (noun) a color, especially how light or dark it is

3. (noun) a device that covers a window to keep out light

4. (verb) to block light from shining on something

Examples

• 1. We sat in the shade under a big tree to stay cool.
• 2. She chose a lighter shade of blue for her bedroom walls.
• 3. Close the bedroom shades so the sun doesn't wake you up.

Nearby in Nuance & Precision

subtlety, distinction, gradation, undertone, overtone, innuendo