pallid

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Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress
  2. adjective (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble
  3. adjective lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness

Etymology

From Latin pallidus. Doublet of pale.

In classic literature

Synonyms

pale, wan

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