Pallidly: meaning, definitions and examples
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pallidly
[ ˈpælɪdli ]
appearance, manner
Pallidly is an adverb describing an action performed in a pale, wan, or dim manner. It can refer to both physical appearance and emotional states. Often associated with a lack of color or vitality, this term can convey a sense of weakness or a feeble demeanor. It is frequently used in literary contexts to evoke images of frailty or subdued emotions.
Synonyms
blandly, colorlessly, faintly, weakly
Examples of usage
- She smiled pallidly when she received the news.
- The patient looked pallidly out the window.
- He nodded pallidly, showing no excitement.
Translations
Translations of the word "pallidly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pálido
🇮🇳 पीला
- पीले रंग में
- रोगी
🇩🇪 blass
- bleich
- fahl
🇮🇩 pucat
🇺🇦 блідо
- пустий
- слабкий
🇵🇱 blady
🇯🇵 青白い
- 薄い
- 淡い
🇫🇷 pâle
- blême
- flou
🇪🇸 pálido
- descolorido
- débil
🇹🇷 solgun
- solgun bir şekilde
- renksiz
🇰🇷 창백한
🇸🇦 باهت
- شاحب
- شاحب جداً
🇨🇿 bledý
🇸🇰 bledý
- slabý
- vyblednutý
🇨🇳 苍白的
- 无生气的
- 无色的
🇸🇮 bled
- bleda
- bledo
🇮🇸 fölur
- blá
- fölur á lit
🇰🇿 боз
- сәл
- жарқын емес
🇬🇪 ლურჯი
- ბლანტი
- ბლანტად
🇦🇿 solğun
🇲🇽 pálido
Word origin
The term 'pallidly' derives from 'pallid', which comes from the Latin word 'pallidus', meaning 'pale' or 'wan'. The use of 'pallid' in English started around the early 17th century. Originally, it described physical aspects related to complexion, particularly in those who were ill or lacking vitality. Over time, the word began to take on metaphorical meanings, extending to emotional states and expressions. The adverb form, 'pallidly', came into use as writers sought to convey a broader range of expressions, often in poetic or dramatic contexts. This evolution reflects a shift in literary styles and the way emotions were portrayed in texts, making it a valuable addition to the lexicon.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,221, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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