pale

Abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress.

(of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble.

“the pale light of a half moon”

“a pale sun”

Lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness.

“a pale rendition of the aria”

“pale prose with the faint sweetness of lavender”

Not full or rich.

“high, pale, pure and lovely song”

Very light colored; highly diluted with white.

“pale seagreen”

“pale blue eyes”

A wooden strip forming part of a fence.

Turn pale, as if in fear.