Definition of Countenance
Countenance
coun·te·nance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the expression on one's face that indicates and/or expresses how one is feeling;
e.g. His flush and beaming countenance said it all: he was in love.
(noun)
moral support;
e.g. She was grateful for everyone's countenance in her time of struggle.
(verb)
to tolerate or admit as acceptable;
e.g. Her parents were hesitant to countenance her to go on a road trip with her friends.
(noun)
calmness or composure;
e.g. She tried to keep her countenance through the entire situation even though it was very stressful.
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