countenanced (Meaning)
countenanced
calm expression, to extend approval or toleration to, the face as an indication of mood, emotion, or character, a facial expression as a sign of mood, emotion, or character, tolerate sense 1, encourage, mental composure, bearing, demeanor, an expression on the face, calmness of mind, bearing or expression that offers approval or sanction, a show of approval, aspect, semblance, look, expression, pretense, face entry 1 sense 1, face, visage
Synonyms & Antonyms of countenanced
Synonyms:
- sufferable
- permissible
- suitable
- tolerable
- allowable
- permissive
- proper
- seemly
- bearable
- unobjectionable
Antonyms:
countenanced Sentence Examples
- The stern judge countenanced no excuses for the accused's tardiness.
- (7) The CEO countenanced the merger proposal with an expression of hesitant approval.
- (7) The teacher countenanced the students' rambunctious behavior with a weary sigh.
- (7) Society countenanced the idea of equality, but its actions often contradicted its words.
- (7) The board of directors countenanced the executive's reckless spending, leading to financial ruin.
- (7) The authorities countenanced the peaceful protest, allowing it to proceed without intervention.
- (7) The parents countenanced their child's late hours, despite their misgivings.
- (7) The government countenanced the use of alternative energy sources to combat climate change.
- (7) The jury countenanced the defendant's plea of self-defense, resulting in an acquittal.
- (7) Despite public outcry, the mayor countenanced the construction of a controversial skyscraper.
FAQs About the word countenanced
calm expression, to extend approval or toleration to, the face as an indication of mood, emotion, or character, a facial expression as a sign of mood, emotion,
legitimate, authorized, permitted, promoted,condoned, appropriate, sanctioned, lawful, granted, endorsed
proscribed,prohibited, taboo, barred, impermissible, forbidden, verboten, inappropriate,unacceptable, unendurable
The stern judge countenanced no excuses for the accused's tardiness.
(7) The CEO countenanced the merger proposal with an expression of hesitant approval.
(7) The teacher countenanced the students' rambunctious behavior with a weary sigh.
(7) Society countenanced the idea of equality, but its actions often contradicted its words.
