ashen — very pale, especially because of shock, fear, or illness
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very pale, especially because of shock, fear, or illness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæʃən/
Example Sentences
- The vampire looked ashen even by vampire standards.
- His ashen face revealed that he had seen the final exam questions.
- She went ashen when she realized she had been wearing mismatched shoes all day.
ashen
ADJECTIVE[/ˈæʃən/]
very pale, especially because of shock, fear, or illness
Her face turned ashen when she read the telegram about her brother.
Her passion for fashion left her ashen
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English æsc, meaning 'ash' (the residue from fire). The adjective form evolved to describe the pale, lifeless grey color resembling ash from volcanic eruptions or burnt wood.
Breakdown
ash (residue from fire) + -en (adjective suffix, meaning 'made of' or 'resembling')
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📝Examples
“The vampire looked ashen even by vampire standards.”
“His ashen face revealed that he had seen the final exam questions.”
“She went ashen when she realized she had been wearing mismatched shoes all day.”
“The doctor's ashen expression worried the patient's family.”
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