Ashen
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæʃ.ən/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Ashen is an adjective meaning Made from the wood of the ash-tree.
Meaning
Made from the wood of the ash-tree.
More Meanings
- Of or resembling ashes.
- Ash-colored; pale; anemic
- Appalled; upset.
- Anaemic.
- (ambitransitive) To turn into ash; make or become ashy
- (ambitransitive) To make or become pale
Example Sentences
A fine, ashen dust hung in the air.
An ashen bow and quiver of arrows beside.
His ashen face belied his claims of good health.
Word Forms
- ashens
- ashening
- ashened
Synonyms for ashen
Depending on context, synonyms include ashy, cineraceous, livid, white, blanched, bloodless.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include woody, white, colorless, bloodless, livid, colourless.
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