What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
evaporate
Example
The puddle will eventually evaporate in the sun. [evaporate: verb]
Example
The sweat on my skin began to evaporate as I cooled down. [evaporate: verb]
Example
The excitement of the event seemed to evaporate as soon as it was over. [evaporate: verb]
fade
Example
The colors of the painting began to fade after years of exposure to sunlight. [fade: verb]
Example
The music slowly faded away as the concert came to an end. [faded: past tense]
Example
The memory of that day has started to fade over time. [fade: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fade is more commonly used than evaporate in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and is more versatile in describing the gradual loss of something over time.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between evaporate and fade?
Evaporate is typically associated with a more formal or technical tone, while fade is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
