Pastel (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Lacking in body or vigor; "faded pastel charms of the naive music".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The singer's voice was once powerful, but now her pastel tones lacked the depth and emotion they once had.
- The faded pastel hues of the sunset seemed almost eerie on the desolate beach.
- The novelist's pastel characterization of the protagonist made it difficult to become invested in their story.
- The small town's pastel charm was starting to wear off for the young couple who had moved there for a fresh start.
- The painter's use of pastel colors gave the portrait a soft, but ultimately unengaging quality.
Meaning 2
Delicate and pale in color; "pastel pink".
Classification
All adjective clusters.