FADES
/feɪdz/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of FADES
A golf shot that (for the right-handed player) curves intentionally to the right. See slice, hook, draw.
A haircut where the hair is short or shaved on the sides of the head and longer on top. See also high-top fade and low fade.
A fight.
To grow weak; to lose strength; to decay; to perish gradually; to wither, as a plant.
To lose freshness, color, or brightness; to become faint in hue or tint; hence, to be wanting in color.
To sink away; to disappear gradually; to grow dim; to vanish.
"The milkman's whistling faded into the distance."
Examples of FADES in a Sentence
- "The milkman's whistling faded into the distance."
Word Details
Is FADES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FADES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FADES uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FADES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | a | d | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FADES
33 words from the letters in FADES
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use FADES in Word Games
FADES is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, FADES is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FADES to find 33 additional valid words.