Wan
Adjective
Definition: Looking pale or sickly; lacking color or vitality.
Definition: Feeble or weak; lacking energy or enthusiasm.
Synonyms: Pale, Sickly, Pallid, Colorless
Antonyms: Vibrant, Healthy, Colorful, Lively
Examples:
- She had a wan complexion, as if she hadn't slept in days.
- His wan smile showed his exhaustion.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine a person looking pale and exhausted, with a weak smile. This person appears wan.
Etymology:
Origin:
Old English 'wan' meaning dark, dusky, or pale; related to Old Norse 'vǫnn' meaning pale or gray.
Historical Usage:The word has been used since Old English and has retained its meaning throughout history.