Pale colors are often described as soft, muted shades that lack strong saturation. The term 'pale color' can refer to a variety of hues, including PASTEL (6 letters), ECRU (4 letters), and EGGSHELL (8 letters). PASTEL is a light, delicate hue that is usually made by mixing white with a bright color. ECRU is a shade of beige or tan that is slightly yellowish in tone. EGGSHELL is a pale off-white color that is similar to the color of an EGGSHELL.