as in pallid
lacking a healthy skin color
paramedics knew she was in shock because she was ashy and shaking
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples of ashy in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
However, her blonde ambition only lasted a couple of weeks before the actress introduced an ashy brunette look at the tennis film's premiere in Rome on April 8.
—
Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Etienne, Ward and Hennings said Williams’ body appeared stiff and his face was ashy and puffy.
—Journal Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2024
While mineral sunscreens traditionally cast an ashy tone, Dr. Zeichner points out that brands have begun formulating better physical sunscreens to counteract that.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024
Then take a chance with a bold, ashy color like hairstylist Cherin Choi's client.
09 of 18
Face-Framing Ombré
This look by hairstylist Jaye Edwards is a stunning example of subtle ombré hair color that starts darkest at the roots and gets progressively lighter at the tips.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ashy 
Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
Etienne, Ward and Hennings said Williams’ body appeared stiff and his face was ashy and puffy.
—Journal Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2024
While mineral sunscreens traditionally cast an ashy tone, Dr. Zeichner points out that brands have begun formulating better physical sunscreens to counteract that.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Glamour, 8 Mar. 2024
Then take a chance with a bold, ashy color like hairstylist Cherin Choi's client.
09 of 18
Face-Framing Ombré
This look by hairstylist Jaye Edwards is a stunning example of subtle ombré hair color that starts darkest at the roots and gets progressively lighter at the tips.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ashy
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'ashy.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Thesaurus Entries Near ashy
Cite this Entry
“Ashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ashy. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share