Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fade-in
noun
/feɪd ɪn/

Definition
A gradual increase in visibility or prominence of a visual or auditory element.

Examples
- The film started with a fade-in from black, drawing the audience into the scene.
- In music, the track began with a fade-in of the piano melody, creating an atmosphere.
- The presentation used a fade-in effect to introduce each slide smoothly.

Meaning
In media production, a fade-in refers to the slow emergence of an image, video, or sound from a blank or silent state to a full state, enhancing the transition of scenes.

Synonyms
- introduction
- highlight
- emergence