Tone
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A specific pitch. (in the diatonic scale) An interval of a major second. (in a Gregorian chant) A recitational melody. The character of a sound, especially the timbre of an instrument or voice. The pitch of a word that distinguishes a difference in meaning, for example in Chinese. The manner in which speech or writing is expressed. The shade or quality of a colour. The definition and firmness of a muscle or organ. see also: tonus The state of a living body or of any of its organs or parts in which the functions are healthy and performed with due vigor. Normal tension or responsiveness to stimuli.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to give a particular tone to to change the colour of to make (something) firmer to harmonize, especially in colour
Example sentence: 'When I use a word,' Humpty Dumpty said in rather a scornful tone, 'it means just what I choose it to mean - neither more nor less.'
Shade
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Darkness where light, particularly sunlight, is blocked.Something that blocks light, particularly in a window.A variety of a colour/color, in particular one obtained by adding black (compare tint).A subtle variation in a concept.A ghost.A creature that is partially human and partially angel.A postage stamp showing an obvious difference in colour/color to the original printing and needing a separate catalogue/catalog entry.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To shield from light.To alter slightly.To vary slightly, particularly in color.When a defensive player moves slightly from his normal fielding position.To darken, particularly in drawing.
Example sentence: Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.