pasty
8 synonyms for pasty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Unhealthily pale in complexion.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use pasty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pasty complexion
pasty-faced
Cornish pasty
Etymology
From "paste" plus the adjectival suffix "-y" — the noun sense (the pie) comes from the same "paste" root via the dough it's made of.
Full origin of pasty →Frequently asked questions
What does “pasty” mean?
The word “pasty” means unhealthily pale in complexion. In plain terms, as an adjective, pale-looking; as a noun, a hand-held pie with a pastry crust, famously Cornish.
How do you pronounce “pasty”?
“Pasty” is pronounced PAYS-tee (/ˈpeɪsti/ in IPA).
How do you use “pasty” in a sentence?
Here is “pasty” used in a sentence: “He looked pasty and tired after the long flight.”
What part of speech is “pasty”?
Depending on how it is used, “pasty” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “pasty” have?
“Pasty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unhealthily pale in complexion.
