The term 'slight shade' can be broken down into three crossword solutions: HUE (3 letters), TINGE (5 letters), and TINT (4 letters). HUE is a term used to describe the gradation of colors, while TINGE and TINT are both used to describe a slight change in color. TINGE is usually used to describe a small amount of color, while TINT is used to describe a slightly stronger color. All three terms can be used to describe a slight shade of color.