Paler: meaning, definitions and examples

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paler

[ ˈpeɪlər ]

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skin tone

Having a lighter complexion than usual, typically due to sickness, fear, or cold.

Synonyms

ashen, lighter, whiter

Examples of usage

Her face grew paler as she listened to the frightening news.
The paler skin tone indicated that she was not feeling well.

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color

Having a less intense color than something else.

Synonyms

fainter, lighter, weaker

Examples of usage

The paler shade of blue was more calming than the vibrant one.
His paler artwork stood out among the bold and bright paintings.

Translations

Translations of the word "paler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais pálido

🇮🇳 पीला

🇩🇪 blasser

bleich
farbloser

🇮🇩 lebih pucat

🇺🇦 блідіший

🇵🇱 bledszy

🇯🇵 より青白い

🇫🇷 plus pâle

🇪🇸 más pálido

🇹🇷 daha solgun

🇰🇷 더 창백한

🇸🇦 أكثر شحوبًا

🇨🇿 bledší

🇸🇰 bledší

🇨🇳 更苍白

🇸🇮 bledji

🇮🇸 fölari

🇰🇿 ақшылдау

🇬🇪 უფრო ფერმკრთალი

🇦🇿 daha solğun

🇲🇽 más pálido

Word origin

The word 'paler' originated from the Middle English 'pale', meaning light in color or white. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe various shades of lightness, whether in terms of complexion or color.

See also: impale, pale, paleness, paling.