adjective

fading

fading, diminishing, waning

The fading light of sunset was beautiful.

The fading light of sunset was beautiful.

She has a fading memory of her childhood.

She has a fading memory of her childhood.

((+ noun)) becoming less strong or bright The fading sunlight cast long shadows.

Synonyms: diminishing, waning, declining; Antonyms: brightening, growing

The present participle of the verb 'to fade', indicating an ongoing process.

Think of 'fading' as the process of something becoming less. A fading star is losing its light.

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