Definition

A gradual decrease in brightness, loudness, or strength until something disappears, or a specific type of slide in baseball where a runner avoids being tagged by moving sideways.

Example

The player executed a perfect fadeaway to avoid being tagged out at second base.

Conversation

Did you see that player make that amazing fadeaway shot last night?

Yeah, it was incredible! I can't believe how well he executed it.

It really looked like he just glided away from the defender.

Exactly! That kind of skill makes the game so exciting to watch.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fadeaway → It is formed from "fade" (from Old English *fadian*, meaning to grow dim or lose brightness) and "away" (meaning from a place or position). The word "fadeaway" describes something that gradually diminishes or disappears from view or existence.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'growing dim' ('fade') and 'moving away' ('away') — that's why fadeaway means to gradually disappear.

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