Synonyms for

Facial

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

Definition

relating to the face

Synonyms & similar words

nervusfacialis seventhcranialnerve facialnerve face cranial head anterior fore frontal ventral nose forehead cheek chin mouth jaw lip eye ear hair skin complexion appearance

Synonyms by register

Formal

cranial cephalic visage-related

Informal

face mug gob phiz

Literary

countenance visage

Antonyms

body bodily general systemic overall whole

Common collocations

  • facial recognition
  • facial expression
  • facial features
  • facial hair
  • facial nerve
  • facial muscles
  • facial treatment
  • facial symmetry

Word family

noun face
adjective facial

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe something related to the face. Can also be used as a noun, especially in the context of beauty treatments.

Example sentences

  1. She had a facial expression of shock when she saw the surprise party.
  2. I use facial cleanser every night before I go to bed.
  3. The facial features of identical twins are usually very similar.
  4. The spa offers a variety of facial treatments to choose from.
  5. He had a facial scar from a childhood accident.

Quotes

  • A smile is the universal welcome.
  • Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been.
  • Beauty is power; a smile is its sword.

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