pallid — having an unhealthy pale appearance; lacking in vitality or substance
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having an unhealthy pale appearance; lacking in vitality or substance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpælɪd/
Korean meaning: 창백한, 핏기 없는; 활력이나 실체가 부족한
Korean pronunciation: 팰-리드 (강세: 팰)
Example Sentences
- The vampire's pallid skin made him look like he hadn't seen sunlight in centuries.
- Her pallid attempt at cooking resulted in a dish that even the dog refused to eat.
- The patient's pallid condition worried the doctors immediately.
pallid
ADJECTIVE//ˈpælɪd//
having an unhealthy pale appearance; lacking in vitality or substance
Pale and lacking vitality
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Though pallid, his skills with salad remain valid!
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Origin
From Latin 'pallidus' meaning 'pale' or 'wan,' which is related to the Latin root 'pallere' meaning 'to be pale.' The word entered English in the 16th century.
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“The vampire's pallid skin made him look like he hadn't seen sunlight in centuries.”
“Her pallid attempt at cooking resulted in a dish that even the dog refused to eat.”
“The patient's pallid condition worried the doctors immediately.”
“After binge-watching Netflix for 48 hours straight, I looked absolutely pallid.”
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