Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shades
noun
/ʃeɪdz/
Definition
A term often used to refer to a variety of colors or tones, or to protective eyewear against sunlight.
Examples
- She chose different shades of blue for her painting.
- I always wear shades when it’s sunny outside.
Meaning
Shades can refer to the darker versions of colors, such as navy being a shade of blue, or it can mean sunglasses, which are worn to protect the eyes from bright sunlight.
Synonyms
- tints
- hues
- colors
- glasses
