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Vocabulary Entry
shades
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A covering that blocks light, typically worn on the eyes.
Example Sentences
"She put on her sunglasses to shield her eyes from the bright sun."
"The artist used different shades of blue to create depth in the painting."
"He adjusted the shades on the windows to reduce glare in the room."
V
verb
To change the color or tone of something slightly.
Example Sentences
"She decided to shade the drawing with a darker pencil."
"You can shade the picture creatively with various colors."
"He learned how to shade his sketches to give them a three-dimensional look."
A
adjective
Referring to different degrees or variations of color or intensity.
Example Sentences
"The artist combined many shades of green in his landscape painting."
"She prefers dark shades for her clothing."
"The room was filled with shades of grey, creating a calm atmosphere."