Synonyms for

Faces

Noun / ˈfeɪsʌz / / ˈfeɪsɪz / Another word for faces — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The front part of a person's head from the forehead to the chin, or the corresponding part in an animal.

Synonyms & similar words

grimace brass back confront boldness typeface present nerve side look cheek font expression front case aspect face avoid fount countenance visage mug physiognomy profile features expression aspect look appearance surface front facade mask disguise veil pretense show pretense charade

Synonyms by register

Formal

visages countenances aspects

Informal

mugs grins smiles

Literary

features visages

Antonyms

backs rears tails undersides interiors

Common collocations

  • many faces
  • different faces
  • human faces
  • his face
  • her face
  • their faces
  • a friendly face
  • a familiar face

Word family

noun face
verb face
adjective faced

Usage note

The word 'faces' can refer to the plural of the body part or the third-person singular present tense of the verb 'to face'. Context is key to distinguishing between these uses.

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Example sentences

  1. I can see the faces of all my classmates in Zoom.
  2. The puppy's face was covered in mud.
  3. I drew a happy face on my notebook.
  4. The clown painted his face with colorful designs.
  5. My grandma has a beautiful face with wrinkles and smile lines.

Quotes

  • "The face is a picture of the mind with the eyes as its interpreter."
  • "Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart."
  • "A smile is the best makeup any girl can wear."

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