Jade ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Jade ( noun )

1. A green or white mineral that is a type of jadeite or nephrite, used in ornaments and carvings.
2. An object made of jade.
3. A pale green color like that of jade.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french jade, via spanish from latin ilia "flanks, loins", from greek īlos.

Examples:

1. The jade statue was ancient.
2. The jade ring was valuable.
3. The jade color of the walls was soothing.
4. The jade ornament was a precious heirloom.
5. The jade necklace was a beautiful piece of jewelry.

(As a verb)

Jade ( verb )

1. To wear out or exhaust the patience, endurance, or enthusiasm of; to tire out.
2. To make dull or fatigued through constant use.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french jade, via spanish from latin ilia "flanks, loins", from greek īlos.

Examples:

1. He was jaded by the constant demands of his job.
2. The long journey had jaded her.
3. The constant noise jaded the visitors.
4. The monotonous routine jaded the workers.
5. The repetitive task jaded the students.