Nelson-Denny Practice Test

Which term best describes someone or something that is "pallid"?

1. Pale and white

2. Vibrant and colorful

3. Dark and deep

4. Shiny and luminous

The correct answer is: Pale and white

The term "pallid" is used to describe someone or something that is unusually pale, often to the extent of appearing unhealthy or lacking vitality. It conveys a sense of an absence of color, particularly in the skin, which can suggest illness or fatigue. Therefore, it aligns closely with the description of being pale and white. This usage is often found in literature and everyday language when referring to features like someone's complexion or the color of objects that lack vibrancy. The other terms describe attributes that are directly opposite to "pallid." For example, vibrant and colorful suggests richness and brightness, dark and deep indicates intensity and saturation of color, and shiny and luminous conveys a sense of brightness and reflectiveness—all qualities that contrast sharply with the idea of paleness or a lack of color.