Gadit

look pale

Definitions
1phraseTo appear lighter in color than usual, often due to illness, fear, or shock.
After hearing the bad news, she began to look pale.
He tends to look pale when he hasn't slept well.
The doctor noticed that the patient looked pale and checked his vital signs.
Word Origin
Language
English
Originally meant
To appear lighter in color, often due to a physical or emotional condition.
Background
The phrase 'look pale' has been used in English since at least the 16th century to describe someone whose skin appears lighter than usual, often due to illness or emotional distress.