countenance
Translation
countenance, facial expression
Examples
He had a calm and serious countenance.
He had a calm and serious countenance.
The judge's stern countenance was unsettling.
The judge's stern countenance was unsettling.
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) countenance a person's face or their expression She maintained a calm countenance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expression, face, appearance, mien
Etymology
From Old French 'contenance' (bearing, behavior), from Latin 'continentia' (restraint).
Memory Tips
Your 'countenance' is how you 'contain' your emotions on your face.