shading
Shading (noun) means the technique or effect of adding darker tones to a drawing or picture to suggest depth or shadow. Example: “The artist used careful shading to give the sketch a three-dimensional look.”
How to use shading
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDarker tones added to a picture to create depth, or the process of doing so.
Word forms
shadings plural
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The artist used careful _____ to give the sketch a three-dimensional look.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “shading” mean?
The word “shading” means the technique or effect of adding darker tones to a drawing or picture to suggest depth or shadow. In plain terms, darker tones added to a picture to create depth, or the process of doing so.
How do you use “shading” in a sentence?
Here is “shading” used in a sentence: “The artist used careful shading to give the sketch a three-dimensional look.”
What part of speech is “shading”?
“Shading” is a noun.
Is “shading” a common word?
“Shading” is an uncommon word in modern English.