1. plural of paleness; instances or qualities of being pale in color or lacking intensity
Usage: formal

Examples

• The different palenesses of the watercolor washes created a subtle gradient effect.
• The doctor noted the various palenesses in the patient’s complexion over time.
• The artist compared the palenesses of different skin tones in her portrait series.
• Multiple palenesses were evident in the faded photographs from decades past.
• The palenesses of the morning sky gradually gave way to deeper blues.