SAT pall Definition A gloomy or depressing influence or atmosphere. Example "A pall of sadness fell over the room after the bad news." Sign in to save SAT Quiz → ← palette palliate → Study tips featuring "pall" Let the Argument Reveal Unfamiliar Word Meanings Map the Author's Attitude Before Reading Questions Stop Skipping Words and Read the Tone Related words SAT antonym SAT abase SAT abdicate SAT abdomen SAT abduction SAT abet SAT abeyance SAT abject SAT abjure SAT ablution SAT abnegate SAT abnormal