Pale Definition
pale
adjective
- very light colored; highly diluted with white; "pale seagreen"; "pale blue eyes"
- (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble; "the pale light of a half moon"; "a pale sun"; "the late afternoon light coming through the el tracks fell in pale oblongs on the street"; "a pallid sky"; "the pale (or wan) stars"; "the wan light of dawn"
- lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness; "a pale rendition of the aria"; "pale prose with the faint sweetness of lavender"; "a pallid performance"
- abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress; "the pallid face of the invalid"; "her wan face suddenly flushed"
- not full or rich; "high, pale, pure and lovely song"
noun
- a wooden strip forming part of a fence
verb
- turn pale, as if in fear
"Pale" in song lyrics
See how pale is used in real songs:
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"Close their eyes, then turn pale"
Alias — Angel of Solitude -
"Can't sleep, your situation is bleak and it pale"
The Ambassador — The Fall -
"Of concrete, Palm heat, Slugs leavin you pale"
Apocalipps — Radio Take Over
Words that rhyme with pale
Usage tips for "pale"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pale" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pale to find words that pair well.