Sallow and Swarthy

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Sallow adjective - Lacking the warm skin color indicative of or associated with good health.

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Swarthy is an antonym for sallow.

Swarthy adjective - Not having a light complexion.

Usage example: a dark-eyed, swarthy young man with killer looks

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Sallow is an antonym for swarthy.

Nearby Word: swart

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