paleness

• Nom désignant un teint anormalement pâle ou une absence de couleur, souvent due à une maladie, à une émotion forte ou à un teint naturellement clair.

A noun referring to an unnatural lack of color in the skin, often due to illness, emotional distress, or a naturally light complexion.

indénombrable

1. Unnatural lack of skin colorB2formal

   An abnormal whiteness or loss of color in the skin, often due to illness, shock, or emotional distress.

   Pâleur anormale de la peau

   • Her paleness was a clear sign of the shock she had experienced.
   • The doctor noted the patient's paleness and ordered blood tests.
   • His sudden paleness worried everyone in the room.

   Synonymeslividitypallidnesspallorwanness

   Antonymesbloomflushruddiness

2. Naturally light complexionB2formal

   The quality of having a naturally fair or light skin tone.

   teint clair naturel

   • Her paleness was accentuated by her dark hair.
   • In some cultures, paleness is considered a sign of beauty.
   • His natural paleness made him stand out in the sunny climate.

   Synonymesfairnesslightnesswhiteness

3. Deficiency in colorB2formal

   The state of being lacking in color or having a washed-out appearance.

   pâleur (manque de couleur)

   • The paleness of the painting suggested it had faded over time.
   • The sky had a strange paleness before the storm.
   • The paleness of the fabric made it look old and worn.

   Synonymescolorlessnesspallorwannesswhiteness

   Antonymescolorflushglowrosinessruddiness