pallid

[ˈpælɪd]

pallid Definition

  • 1(of a person's face) pale, typically because of poor health
  • 2lacking in vitality or interest

Using pallid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pallid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She looked pallid and sickly after the long illness.

  • Example

    The movie was a pallid imitation of the original.

  • Example

    His pallid performance failed to impress the audience.

pallid Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for pallid

Phrases with pallid

  • a pale and unhealthy-looking skin tone

    Example

    The patient had a pallid complexion due to anemia.

  • light that is dim, weak, or lacking in brightness

    Example

    The room was lit by a pallid light from the streetlamp outside.

  • a smile that lacks warmth, enthusiasm, or sincerity

    Example

    He gave her a pallid smile, not really interested in what she was saying.

Origins of pallid

from Latin 'pallidus', meaning 'pale'

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Summary: pallid in Brief

'Pallid' [ˈpælɪd] describes a person's face that is pale due to poor health or lacking in vitality or interest. It can also be used to describe something that is a weak imitation of the original, as in 'The movie was a pallid imitation of the original.' 'Pallid' extends into phrases like 'pallid complexion,' denoting an unhealthy-looking skin tone, and 'pallid smile,' indicating a smile that lacks warmth or sincerity.