Definition

Having an unusually pale appearance, often due to illness or lack of color; also describes something that is dull or lacking in vitality.

Example

After being sick for a week, her face looked pallid and tired.

Conversation

Have you seen Jake lately? He looks really pallid these days.

Yeah, I noticed that too; he hasn't been himself.

I wonder if he's been feeling okay or just stressed out.

I think it might be both; he definitely needs to relax a bit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pallid → It is derived from the Latin word "pallidus" (meaning pale or wan), which comes from "pallere" (meaning to be pale). The word "pallid" describes someone or something that is pale in color, often suggesting a lack of health or vitality.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for pale, 'pallidus', to remember that 'pallid' means lacking color or vitality.

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