nanomelous

/ˌnænoʊˈmɛləs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking or having a small amount of melanin; pale or colorless.

“The nanomelous complexion of the snowflakes made them almost invisible against the white background.”

2. noun

A pale or colorless substance.

“The nanomelous particles in the mixture were responsible for its transparency.”

Synonyms

  • anemic
  • colorless
  • pale

Antonyms

  • dark
  • melanous
  • pigmented