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PHYSIOGNOMY Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word physiognomy. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word physiognomy. (close relations)

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countenance
nounn
noun

• the appearance conveyed by a person's face

• formal and explicit approval

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

verb

• consent to, give permission; permit

visage
nounn
noun

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

• the appearance conveyed by a person's face

appearance
nounn
noun

• outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

• the event of coming into sight

• formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action

• a mental representation

• the act of appearing in public view

• pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression

aspect
nounn
noun

• a distinct feature or element in a problem

• a characteristic to be considered

• the visual percept of a region

• the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb

• the feelings expressed on a person's face

face
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

• the feelings expressed on a person's face

• the general outward appearance of something

• the striking or working surface of an implement

• a part of a person that is used to refer to a person

• a surface forming part of the outside of an object

• the part of an animal corresponding to the human face

• the side upon which the use of a thing depends (usually the most prominent surface of an object)

• a contorted facial expression

• a specific size and style of type within a type family

• status in the eyes of others

• impudent aggressiveness

• a vertical surface of a building or cliff

verb

• deal with (something unpleasant) head on

• oppose, as in hostility or a competition

• be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to

• be opposite

• turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction

• present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize

• turn so as to expose the face

• line the edge (of a garment) with a different material

• cover the front or surface of

profile
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics

• an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side)

• biographical sketch

• degree of exposure to public notice

• a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers

verb

• write about

• represent in profile, by drawing or painting

features
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a prominent attribute or aspect of something

• the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin

• the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater

• a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine

• (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind

• an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles

verb

• have as a feature

• wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

kisser
nounn
noun

• someone who kisses

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

mug
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the quantity that can be held in a mug

• a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

• with handle and usually cylindrical

verb

• rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence

• To stare awkwardly

phiz
nounn
noun

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

• English illustrator of several of Dickens' novels (1815-1882)

smiler
nounn
noun

• a person who smiles

• the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

Best Hypernyms For PHYSIOGNOMY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for physiognomy, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (1)
face
Phrases (1)
human face

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