Synonyms for

Face

Verb / feɪs / Another word for face — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The front part of the head where the eyes, nose, and mouth are.

Synonyms & similar words

present case aspect nerve brass fount avoid facialexpression font front back humanface faceup typeface expression boldness grimace side look cheek confront countenance visage mug physiognomy profile countenance aspect expression features look appearance front kisser pan phiz puss vis mien

Synonyms by register

Formal

visage countenance aspect

Informal

mug kisser gob

Literary

mien countenance

Antonyms

back rear side underside tail

Common collocations

  • face to face
  • face value
  • lose face
  • save face
  • face the music
  • face up to
  • in the face of

Word family

noun face
verb face
adjective faced

Usage note

The word 'face' can refer to the front of a person's head, or a surface of an object. As a verb, it means to confront or deal with something.

Example sentences

  1. She has a beautiful face.
  2. He looked sad with a frown on his face.
  3. I saw a familiar face in the crowd.
  4. She put on a brave face and went to the meeting.
  5. The baby had a big smile on her face.

Quotes

  • I am not a pretty girl. That is not what I do. I am no damsel in distress, and I don't need to be rescued. So put me down, punk. Wouldn't you prefer a maiden fair? Isn't there a kitten stuck up a tree somewhere?
  • Face your fears and doubts, and new worlds will open to you.
  • You can't change your past, but you can face your future.

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