# shaded

/ˈʃeɪdɪd/ (US) · /ʃˈeɪdɪd/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/shaded
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

protected from direct sunlight so that it stays cool and dark.

For teachers: shielded from direct light or heat, typically by an object or structure that casts a shadow. Often used to describe outdoor areas or specific parts of a drawing.

## Examples

- We found a shaded spot under the big oak tree.
- The garden features a shaded patio where guests can enjoy lunch away from the midday heat.
- The artist used a series of fine lines to create a shaded effect, giving the flat circle the appearance of a three-dimensional sphere.

## Usage notes

- Often used as a participial adjective; can appear both before a noun or after a linking verb.

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