What does visage mean?
Visage means Countenance; one's face..
Visage
/ˈvɪz.ɪd͡ʒ/ · noun
Meaning
Countenance; one's face..
Definitions by Sense
- Countenance; one's face.
- The appearance or aspect of something, especially when expressive or distinctive.
Example Sentences
Lying on the floor was a dead man, in evening dress, with a knife in his heart. He was withered, wrinkled, and loathsome of visage. It was not till they had examined the rings that they recognized who it was.
Snowflakes fell gently across the mountain’s rugged visage.
[T]he monſter, rouſed by the noiſe, ſtarted forward, preſented ſuch a viſage of horror, and raiſed ſuch a hideous roar, that the hearts of the bold were contracted, and the nerves of the valiant unſtrung.
Synonyms for visage
Antonyms for visage
Related Words
Word Forms
- visages
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for visage?
Common synonyms include boat, complexion, countenance, chevy chase.
What is the opposite of visage?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use visage in a sentence?
Lying on the floor was a dead man, in evening dress, with a knife in his heart. He was withered, wrinkled, and loathsome of visage. It was not till they had examined the rings that they recognized who it was.
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