ashen

• Beschreibt etwas von der Farbe der Asche, meist ein blasses Grau, oder ein Gesicht, das wegen Schock, Angst oder Krankheit sehr blass ist.

Describes something that is the color of ash, typically pale gray, or a face that is very pale due to shock, fear, or illness.

1. Pale from illness or emotionB2formal

   Having a pale, grayish complexion, often due to shock, fear, or illness.

   Bleich

   • His face was ashen after hearing the tragic news.
   • She looked ashen and weak after the long illness.
   • The witness turned ashen when describing the accident.

   Synonymebloodlessghastlygraylividpalepallidsallowwanwhite

   Antonymebloomingflushedhealthyredrosyruddy

2. Made of ash woodC1formal

   Constructed or made from the wood of the ash tree.

   Eschenholz

   • The carpenter crafted a beautiful ashen table.
   • He used ashen planks for the flooring.
   • The antique chair was made of solid ashen wood.

   Synonymeash