To gradually lose brightness, color, or intensity. The colors of the old photograph began to fade over time.
To disappear slowly or become less noticeable. The sound of the music faded as we walked away from the concert.
To lose strength or freshness; to wither or decline. As the day went on, her energy began to fade.
To cause something to lose brightness or color. The sun can fade the paint on cars if they are left outside for too long.
In sports such as golf or football, to curve or cause to curve gently away from the intended line of flight. She tried to fade the ball around the bunker onto the green.