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countenance

/kɑːntɛnəns/ noun · British & US
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What does countenance mean?

noun

The face or facial expression of a person, or the appearance or manner of a person or thing. A person's attitude or disposition.

Example

"Her countenance changed from a smile to a scowl when she heard the news."

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