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richness vs shade

shade vs richness

richness and shade both are nouns.

richness is not a verb while shade is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
richness Yes No No No
shade Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shade is a hypernym of richness; that is, shade is a word with a broader meaning than richness:
  • richness: a strong deep vividness of hue
  • shade: a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color
Other hypernyms of richness include tincture, tint, tone.
richness (noun) shade (noun)
a strong deep vividness of hue protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight
the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing a representation of the effect of shadows in a picture or drawing (as by shading or darker pigment)
the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth a protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view
the property of being extremely abundant a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color
splendid or imposing in size or appearance a mental representation of some haunting experience
the quality of having high intrinsic value a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
abundant wealth a slight amount or degree of difference
relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
a position of relative inferiority
richness (verb) shade (verb)
pass from one quality such as color to another by a slight degree
vary slightly
protect from light, heat, or view
represent the effect of shade or shadow on
cast a shadow over
Difference between richness and shade

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