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palely

/ˈpeɪl.li/
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Adjective:pale
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is light, dim, or lacking in color, brightness, or intensity.

Example

"The winter sun shone palely through the thick layer of morning fog."

2

In a weak, feeble, or unenthusiastic manner, often due to illness, exhaustion, or fear.

Example

"Still recovering from the flu, she smiled palely at her visitors from the hospital bed."

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• Rhymes for palely

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paleface
palefaced
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palembang
palena
paleness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Palely. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/palely
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