The term 'Hardly Rosy' can be broken down into three crossword solutions: ASHEN (5 letters), WAN (3 letters), and GRIM (4 letters). ASHEN is an adjective meaning pale or grayish in color, often used to describe a person's complexion. WAN is an adjective meaning having a pale, sickly, or weak appearance. GRIM is an adjective meaning having a stern or forbidding appearance. Together, these words paint a picture of something that is not pleasant or cheerful, but rather dull, pale, and uninviting.