A2 — Elementaryadjective
pallido
pale, pallid
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
smortoesanguecereobianco
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
abbronzatocoloritoroseoscuro
Usage note
'Pallido' is the general term. 'Smorto' implies a dull, lifeless paleness. 'Cereo' (waxy) suggests an unhealthy, wax-like whiteness. 'Esangue' (bloodless) is the most extreme, almost medical term.
Example
"È pallida in volto — forse non ha dormito bene stanotte."
"She looks pale in the face — maybe she did not sleep well last night."
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