visage

noun

ˈvi-zij How to pronounce visage (audio)
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 The new exterior takes the Sterrato’s already sculpted visage and adds some serious brawn, which can best be seen in the fenders and the roof, which now sports a scoop. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 July 2026 As the Cyclops, Irwin, transformed into a giant, is given an extraordinary, almost Cubist visage. — Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026 Her nude lip, lined ever so delicately with a skin-complementing brown, matched the visage. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 July 2026 Makeup artist Tracey Levy utilized Beauty Pie products for the actress’ luminous visage. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for visage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for visage
  1. expression
  2. face
  3. look
  4. countenance
  5. smile
Noun
  • To Michael Ouweleen, who currently serves as president of Cartoon Network, the biggest early opportunities for creative expression came in the form of graphics that aired between shows.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026
  • For her, the possibilities extend beyond music itself, into film and theater and other forms of creative expression.
    — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of expression
Noun
  • The story unfolds from there while Daisy brushes powder onto Martha’s face.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Caught in the middle of the frenzied franchise war, Taggie O’Hara must find the courage to follow her heart, while those around her face the consequences of ambition, power and secrets that can no longer remain hidden.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of face
Noun
  • Build the rest of your look with bronzer, blush, mascara and more.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The thin, buildable formula is an especially good fit for anyone who wants to even out discoloration and soften the look of pores without concealing their skin beneath a heavy layer of makeup.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of look
Noun
  • 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
Definition of countenance
Noun
  • With her high heels, bright smile, and entourage of millennial assistants and executives, Terekh stands out in her factory, where throngs of middle-aged men lug drone parts, wield power tools and chain-smoke cigarettes.
    — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Christie Brinkley is known for her megawatt smile, her voluminous blonde hair, and her not one, not two, but three consecutive Sports Illustrated covers—an unprecedented number in the magazine’s history.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 8 Sep. 2026
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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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