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Sallower vs More sallow

Both "sallower" and "more sallow" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Sallower" is the comparative form of "sallow," while "more sallow" is the comparative form of "sallow" when used as a predicate adjective.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 556 views

Sallower

This is the comparative form of the adjective "sallow."

Use "sallower" when comparing the sallowness of two individuals or objects.

Examples:

  • She looked sallower than her sister.
  • His complexion was sallower than usual.

Alternatives:

  • paler
  • more pale
  • less healthy-looking
  • more wan
  • more pallid

More sallow

This is the comparative form of the adjective "sallow" when used as a predicate adjective.

Use "more sallow" when the adjective "sallow" is followed by a noun or pronoun.

Examples:

  • Her skin was more sallow than his.
  • The patient appeared more sallow after the illness.

Alternatives:

  • more yellowish
  • more jaundiced
  • more unhealthy-looking
  • more bilious
  • more peaked

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