to fade in
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/fˈeɪd ˈɪn/
British pronunciation
/fˈeɪd ˈɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "fade in"

to fade in
[phrase form: fade]
01

to improve and increase the clarity of an image or movie

to fade in definition and meaning
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The graphic designer suggested fading in the company logo at the beginning of the video to make a subtle and professional impact.
The editor used a special technique to fade in the next shot, seamlessly connecting two scenes in the film.
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(of a picture or movie) to become gradually brighter so that one can see it clearly

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As the lights in the theater dimmed, the opening scene of the play began to fade in.
The scene starts in complete darkness, and then a soft, melodic tune fades in, accompanying the emotional dialogue between the characters.
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(of a sound) to become gradually louder so that one can hear it clearly

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As the audiobook chapter commenced, the narrator's voice did n't start abruptly; it faded in, easing the listener into the story.
The live band's performance started with a quiet melody that gradually faded in, building anticipation among the audience.
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to improve and increase the quality of a song or sound

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The producer decided to fade in the sound of crashing waves in the film's opening sequence to create a serene and immersive experience.
During the live concert, the sound technician smoothly faded in the singer's microphone to avoid any sudden audio bursts.
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