physiognomy
/ˌfɪziˈɑɡnəmi/
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Type
Noun
- Formal
Meaning
A person's facial features or expression, especially when regarded as indicative of character.
His austere physiognomy softened slightly when he greeted the familiar guests.
The outward appearance or physical characteristics of an object, landscape, or region.
Glaciers carved deep valleys that permanently altered the physiognomy of the mountain range.
Collocations
- facial physiognomy
- austere physiognomy
- striking physiognomy
- physiognomy of the landscape
Synonyms
- countenance
- visage
- features
- expression
- face