faceless

adjective

face·​less ˈfās-ləs How to pronounce faceless (audio)
1
a
: lacking character or individuality : nondescript
the faceless masses
b
: not identified : anonymous
a faceless accuser
2
: lacking a face
facelessness noun

Examples of faceless in a Sentence

a decision made by faceless bureaucrats it was precisely because he was a faceless individual that the serial killer was able to go on for so long without detection
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One growing trend is the rise of faceless AI channels. Zach Vallese, CNBC, 2 July 2025 Others warned that faceless transactions can invite money launderers or those underage to illegally play the lottery in Texas. John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 The point of post-Lorde pop isn’t to get faceless crowds grooving mindlessly. Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 June 2025 Customers want to connect with people and purpose, not faceless corporations. Doug Flaig, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for faceless

Word History

Etymology

face entry 1 + -less

First Known Use

1568, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of faceless was in 1568

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“Faceless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faceless. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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faceless

adjective
face·​less ˈfās-ləs How to pronounce faceless (audio)
1
: not able to be identified
2
: lacking a face
facelessness noun

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