November 29, 2023

Countenance

Noun

coun·​te·​nance, ˈkau̇n-tᵊn-ən(t)s

1a: LOOK, EXPRESSION

1b: mental composure

1c: calm expression

2: FACE, VISAGE

especially : the face as an indication of mood, emotion, or character

3: bearing or expression that offers approval or sanction : moral support

4 archaic a: ASPECT, SEMBLANCE

4 archaic b: PRETENSE

5 obsolete : BEARING, DEMEANOR