The term 'PALE-LOOKING' can be described by the crossword solutions WAN (3 letters), PASTY (5 letters), ASHEN (5 letters), and ASHY (4 letters). WAN is an adjective meaning 'showing physical or emotional strain or exhaustion'. PASTY is an adjective meaning 'having a dull, pale, or sickly color or complexion'. ASHEN is an adjective meaning 'pale and grayish in color, as if from illness or fear'. Lastly, ASHY is an adjective meaning 'resembling ashes in color; pallid'. All of these words describe someone who appears to be very pale and lacking in color.