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