noun ·4 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   plural of countenance form-of, plural

   "Portraits are but the mirrors of lovely countenances."

Synonyms

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approvekissermugphizphysiognomysanction

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"Their countenances betrayed ill-humour and dissatisfaction; and if they spoke to each other, it was in gruff, surly tones."

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