countenance

Pronunciation

• (UK) (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈkaʊn.tə.nəns/ or /ˈkaʊnt.nəns/
• (AU) IPA ^(key): [kæũ̯n.tɪ̆.nəns]

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Noun

Singular countenance

Plural countenances

1. (countable & uncountable) The countenance of a person is their appearance, especially the features and expression of the face.

Verb

Plain form countenance

Third-person singular countenances

Past tense countenanced

Past participle countenanced

Present participle countenancing

1. (transitive) If you countenance something, you tolerate or support it.
   • Synonyms: approve, sanction, support and tolerate