wan 
/ˈwɑ:n/ adjective
/ˈwɑ:n/ adjective 1 : looking sick or pale
▪ a wan complexion 2 : having a weak quality : feeble
▪ She gave a wan laugh/smile.
▪ a wan complexion
▪ She gave a wan laugh/smile.
— wan·ly adverb
▪ She smiled wanly.
▪ She smiled wanly.
