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Uncommoncountenance
The correct spelling is countenance.
How to pronounce countenance
[kʲʰæũ̯.ʔɪ̆.nəns]
nounIPA: [kʲʰæũ̯.ʔɪ̆.nəns]
Say it like: Cow-nte-nan-se
The correct spelling is countenance. Appearance, especially the features and expression of the face. For example: "The cruel punishment was countenanced by the government, although it was not officially legal."
Usage Examples
“The cruel punishment was countenanced by the government, although it was not officially legal.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Appearance, especially the features and expression of the face.
- 2.Favour; support; encouragement.
- 3.Superficial appearance; show; pretense.
- 4.Calm facial expression, composure, self-control.
verb
- 1.To tolerate, support, sanction, patronise or approve of something.
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