SHADE
/ʃeɪd/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SHADE
Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.
"The old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day."
Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.
"Close the shade, please: it's too bright in here."
A variety of a colour/color, in particular one obtained by adding black (compare tint).
"I've painted my room in five lovely shades of pink and chartreuse."
To shield from light.
"The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day."
To alter slightly.
"Most politicians will shade the truth if it helps them."
To vary or approach something slightly, particularly in color.
"The hillside was bright green, shading towards gold in the drier areas."
Examples of SHADE in a Sentence
- "The old oak tree gave shade in the heat of the day."
- "Close the shade, please: it's too bright in here."
- "I've painted my room in five lovely shades of pink and chartreuse."
- "The old oak tree shaded the lawn in the heat of the day."
Word Details
Is SHADE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHADE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHADE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHADE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | a | d | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 |
Anagrams of SHADE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHADE
52 words from the letters in SHADE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SHADE in Word Games
SHADE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SHADE 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 SHADE to find 52 additional valid words.