Fadedly

Part of speech: adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈfeɪdɪdli/

Definitions

1. In a manner marked by a slow and noticeable decrease in vibrancy or clarity
2. In a way that conveys the impression of something losing its strength or definition over a period
3. In a way that shows color or focus diminishing slowly but clearly

Etymology: "Fadedly" is a plain formation: the adjective "faded," which is the past participle of "fade," with the adverbial suffix "-ly" attached. "Fade" itself came into English from Old French "fader," meaning to wither or lose strength, and the sense of colour dimming or light going out developed from that idea of gradually losing vitality. Because "-ly" turns an adjective into an adverb meaning "in the manner of" that adjective, "fadedly" describes something done in the manner of something that has lost its colour or brightness.

Synonyms: dimly

Antonyms: vividly