Synonyms for
Shade
Definition
a place sheltered from the sun, wind, or rain
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- deep shade
- cool shade
- shade tree
- shade of meaning
- shade of color
- throw shade
- in the shade
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'to shade' can mean to add a darker color or to move into shadow. 'Throw shade' is a modern informal idiom meaning to subtly express contempt or disapproval.
Example sentences
- The umbrella provided shade on the beach.
- The tree gave us shade during our picnic.
- I like to sit in the shade on a hot day.
- The building cast shade on the sidewalk.
- The patio had a retractable shade.
Quotes
I love the shade because I can sit and read a book without getting sunburned.
The shade of a tree is a great place to have a picnic.
The shade is a natural air conditioner.