Definition of visagenext
1
as in expression
facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling an old man with a noticeably happy visage

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2
as in face
the front part of the head visitors to the mountain range had long noted that the natural rock formation bore a striking resemblance to the visage of a man

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Recent Examples of visage Makeup artist Tracey Levy utilized Beauty Pie products for the actress’ luminous visage. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 In 2026, Trump has made America about himself — about his petty wants and needs, about his aesthetic vision, about his visage on banners, currency and passports, about his ideas on art and culture and history. Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026 The visage of the Mexican painter, whose work was once overshadowed by that of her husband, has become so iconic—doomed to emblazon T-shirts around the world—that it has been largely decontextualized from Frida, the human being. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 15 June 2026 Regal bontebok were replaced by stout warthogs, whose amusing visages quickly filled my camera roll. Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for visage
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Noun
  • The researchers scanned the brains of eight dogs — six border collies, a labrador and a golden retriever — while showing them images of strangers with either a happy or a neutral expression.
    Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • When Robert offers to help, Thom’s expression is curiously muted.
    Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The team ended the NBA’s longest season in October 2020 with the franchise’s 17th title, the crowning achievement of Jeanie’s time as the face of Lakers ownership.
    Law Murray, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Despite a recent controversy regarding his comments about Dodgers fans, Crow-Armstrong's dynamic play and the potential for a new MVP face could sway voters over Ohtani's two-way dominance.
    Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • In keeping with its museum neighbour, the hotel is filled with fascinating trinkets and artsy details that reward a closer look.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Mrtka has the look of an NHL defenseman, as there aren’t many 6-6 defenders who can skate and handle the puck well.
    Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
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  • Meanwhile, Lee adopts a flustered countenance to fill in the chasms of characterization the script didn’t think through.
    Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
  • More people could look at their own countenances more accurately, and more often.
    Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 29 June 2026
Noun
  • He is being remembered for his infectious smile, magnetic personality, and for being grounded in his faith.
    Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • But Maria’s bright personality and ambition leave Ted with a smile on his face.
    Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026

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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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