Word of the Day for Friday, January 15, 2010
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pallid \PAL-id\, adjective:
pallid \PAL-id\, adjective:
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1. Having an abnormally pale or wan complexion.
1. Having an abnormally pale or wan complexion.
2. Lacking intensity of color or luminousness.
3. Lacking in vitality or interest.
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Perhaps if Harry Reid would have described the B.O. as pallid rather than "light skinned" he wouldn't be in such hot water!
--Spy Maker, JSA's Blog
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Pallid is from Latin pallidus "pale," from root of pallere "be pale".
Pallid is from Latin pallidus "pale," from root of pallere "be pale".
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