Honeymoon

The word "honeymoon " first appeared in the 16th century. 'Honey ' is a reference to the sweetness of a new marriage and 'moon' is a bitter acknowledgment that this sweetness, like a full moon, would quickly fade.

fade

v. fad·ed, fad·ing, fades

v.intr.

1. To lose brightness, loudness, or brilliance gradually: The lights and music faded as we set sail from the harbor.

2. To lose freshness; wither: summer flowers that had faded.

3. To lose strength or vitality; wane: youthful energy that had faded over the years.

4. To disappear gradually; vanish: a hope that faded. See Synonyms at disappear.

5. Sports To swerve from a straight course, especially in the direction of a slice.

6. Football To move back from the line of scrimmage. Used of a quarterback.