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shadows

[ˈʃædəʊz]

shadows Definition

  • 1a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface
  • 2an inseparable companion or follower of someone

Using shadows: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shadows" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The tree cast long shadows across the lawn.

  • Example

    The building's shadow covered the entire street.

  • Example

    He felt like a shadow of his former self.

  • Example

    She is always followed by her shadows, her loyal assistants.

shadows Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with shadows

  • a feeling of uncertainty or suspicion

    Example

    There is no shadow of doubt that he is guilty.

  • a sad or insincere smile

    Example

    She gave him a shadow of a smile before turning away.

  • shadow play

    a form of storytelling using opaque figures in front of an illuminated backdrop

    Example

    The children were fascinated by the shadow play on the wall.

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Summary: shadows in Brief

The term 'shadows' [ˈʃædəʊz] refers to dark areas or shapes created by an object blocking light. It can also refer to an inseparable companion or follower of someone. Examples include 'The tree cast long shadows across the lawn.' and 'She is always followed by her shadows, her loyal assistants.' Phrases include 'shadow of doubt,' meaning uncertainty or suspicion, and 'shadow play,' a form of storytelling using opaque figures.