Wan ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Wan ( adjective )

1. Having a pale and sickly appearance.
2. Lacking vitality or energy.

Origin:

Old english wann, of germanic origin; related to dutch wan and german wahn "foolish", also to wend.

Examples:

1. She had a wan complexion and looked like she hadn't slept in days.
2. His face was wan, indicating he was in pain.
3. The moon was wan and gave off a faint light.
4. She looked wan after her long illness.
5. He had a wan expression on his face, indicating he was not feeling well.

(As a verb)

Wan ( verb )

1. Having a pale and sickly appearance.
2. Lacking vitality or energy.

Origin:

Old english wann, of germanic origin; related to dutch wan and german wahn "foolish", also to wend.

Examples:

1. She had a wan complexion and looked like she hadn't slept in days.
2. His face was wan, indicating he was in pain.
3. The moon was wan and gave off a faint light.
4. She looked wan after her long illness.
5. He had a wan expression on his face, indicating he was not feeling well.