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
  • The institute is designed to bring public officials, scholars and other leaders to campus while expanding the college’s work around civic engagement, public policy, free expression and leadership.
    — Nora O’Neill October 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Companies, too, found ways to sell all natural products, flexibility and individual expression.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of expression
Noun
  • Perched high in the cliffs, built into the rock face overlooking the sea, and within view of the sweet fishing village of Conca dei Marini, the property is just a quick drive to Amalfi, but still feels a million miles away from the tourists.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • As the hundreds of thousands of people made their way down the narrow roads following the politician, a few rerouted into the industry event, still carrying big flags and with faces lit up with hope.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of face
Noun
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows grace both the city and river-view rooms, all replete with white oak fixtures and a stylish mid-century modern look.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The Hotties and Megan’s friends, including WNBA star Angel Reese, loved her latest look, which even had a pink Chanel bag with a matching phone case.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 5 Oct. 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
  • The front door locks at night, but there is always a staff member at the desk to buzz you in and greet you with a smile.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • In a picture shared in the post taken on Fall Picture Day, Cagle said Burfield had relaxed smile and a sense of ease.
    — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 2026
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“Visage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visage. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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