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- pronunciation:
- kaUn
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nns
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
facial expression or general appearance.
The nurse's merry countenance cheered the patients.- synonyms:
- aspect, expression, face
- similar words:
- air, appearance, demeanor, feature, front, look, mien, visage
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| definition 2: |
the human face or its features.
Her large dark eyes were the most fascinating part of her countenance.- synonyms:
- face, features
- similar words:
- physiognomy
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| definition 3: |
approval or an expression of approval.
She gave little countenance to her assistant's proposal.His parents refused to give their countenance to the marriage.- synonyms:
- approval, credence
- similar words:
- approbation, blessing, favor, sanction
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| related words: |
brow, complexion |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
countenances, countenancing, countenanced |
| definition: |
to allow, approve, or tolerate.
I cannot countenance your irresponsible behavior.- synonyms:
- allow, approve of, sanction, stand, stand for, tolerate
- antonyms:
- discountenance
- similar words:
- condone, encourage, permit
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| related words: |
favor, sanction, stand for, warrant |
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| derivation: |
countenanced (adj.) |
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