pale
Pronunciation: [peɪl]
Word
Context: "color"
(adjective) when something is light in color, especially when it lacks brightness. Think of a very light shade of a color, like a soft pastel, instead of a bright and strong one.
Example
The walls in her room are painted a pale blue, which makes the room feel calm and peaceful.
Example
The dark clouds made the once pale sky look grey and gloomy.
Example
What color do you think is more pale, blue or red?
Context: "changing in state"
(verb) to make something lighter in color or to lose color. It’s like when your favorite bright shirt gets washed too many times and looks faded.
Example
The fabric of the curtains will pale after being in the sun for too long.
Example
The vibrant flowers did not pale; they remained bright and colorful all season.
Example
Will the paint pale if it is left outside?
Context: "health"
(adjective) when someone’s skin looks very light or weak, often because they are sick or don’t feel well. It’s like when someone looks really tired and their face isn’t rosy or bright.
Example
After resting, she looked less pale and had more color in her cheeks.
Example
He does not look pale; he looks very healthy and cheerful.
Example
Why does your friend look so pale today?
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