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paled

 

[ peษชld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

color change

The term 'paled' refers to the state of becoming lighter in color or intensity. It often describes the gradual fading of color, brightness, or vibrancy. This can occur due to various reasons such as fear, shock, or simply exposure to light over time. In literature and everyday speech, it is frequently used to illustrate changes in emotional or visual states, often emphasizing a contrast with a previously more vibrant or intense condition.

Synonyms

diminished, faded, lightened, washed-out

Examples of usage

  • Her face paled in fear as the storm approached.
  • The brilliant sunset paled as night fell.
  • As the laughter died down, his grin paled.
  • The painting has paled over the years.
  • His bravado paled against the reality of the situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "paled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรกlido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅ€เคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช blass

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pucat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปั–ะดะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ blady

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้’็™ฝใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรขle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pรกlido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท solgun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฐฝ๋ฐฑํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงุญุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bledรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bledรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‹็™ฝ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bled

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรถlskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒšแƒ”แƒ“แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรถndรผy

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pรกlido

Etymology

The word 'paled' is derived from the Old English word 'palian', which means 'to become pale, to fade'. Its usage can be traced back to various forms throughout the history of the English language. The root of the word is related to the Latin 'pallere', which conveys the sense of becoming pale or losing color. Over centuries, the term evolved and has found its place in both literary and colloquial expressions. It reflects deep emotional states, often associated with fear, sickness, or shock. Through its evolution, 'paled' has maintained a consistent thematic link to color change and emotional expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,339, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.