Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smile-fades

verb (intransitive)
/smaɪl feɪdz/
Definition
The gradual diminishing or loss of a smile, often indicating a change in emotion or mood.
Examples
  • As the news sank in, her smile faded away.
  • The joyful atmosphere turned somber as the laughter among friends smile-fades.
  • He noticed the smile fade from her face when she heard the unexpected outcome.
Meaning
The term ‘smile-fades’ describes the moment when a person’s smile disappears, usually reflecting feelings such as disappointment, sadness, or a shift in emotional state.
Synonyms
  • dim
  • disappear
  • vanish
  • dwindle
  • dissolve