fade-resistant

[/feɪd ˈrɛzɪstənt/]
adjective
resistente ao desbotamento
1. Capable of resisting or preventing fading of color; not easily discolored by exposure to light, sun, or washing
This fade-resistant fabric will maintain its vibrant color for years.
Este tecido resistente ao desbotamento manterá sua cor vibrante por anos.
2. Used to describe materials, dyes, or finishes that are specially treated to prevent color loss
The paint has fade-resistant properties that make it ideal for outdoor use.
A tinta tem propriedades resistentes ao desbotamento que a tornam ideal para uso externo.
This term is particularly important in Brazilian textile and fashion industries, where climate conditions (high sun exposure and humidity) make fade-resistant materials highly valued. In the USA, the term is commonly used in marketing for outdoor furniture, apparel, and home décor products. The concept is culturally significant in both countries due to environmental factors affecting product longevity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
colorfastcolor-stableUV-resistantsun-resistantnon-fading
Antonyms / Antônimos
fade-pronenon-colorfasteasily fading

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resistente ao desbotamento
Standard term used across Brazil for textiles and paints
São Paulo
resistente ao desbotamento / à decoloração
Both terms are commonly used in commercial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resistente ao desbotamento
Preferred in local textile and fashion industries
Portugal
resistente ao desbotamento / anti-desbotamento
Portuguese variant; 'anti-desbotamento' also used in marketing

Related Words

fadefadingcolorfastdyeUV protectiondiscoloration

Related Idioms & Phrases

fade-resistant dye
fade-resistant coating
fade-resistant finish
fade-resistant colors
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