Pallor/ˈpælər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Health Indication Pallor often suggests poor health or a need for rest. Her prolonged illness was evident in the pallor of her skin. Pro Tip 2/3Context Sensitive Consider the context: 'pallor' may not imply sickness in someone naturally pale. Despite his natural pallor, he was actually quite healthy. Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Weight Pallor can reflect emotional distress, beyond just physical illness. The stress of the exams gave her a noticeable pallor.