countenancing (Meaning)
countenancing
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 countenancing
countenancing Sentence Examples
- The judge's stern expression indicated that he would not countenance any further outbursts in the courtroom.
- (15) The government refused to countenance the idea of a peace treaty with the enemy nation.
- (14) Despite repeated pleas, the school refused to countenance his request for a deferment.
- (15) The elderly woman's countenance was etched with years of joy and sorrow.
- (13) The politician's countenance betrayed his true feelings, despite his attempts to appear jovial.
- (17) The child's countenance lit up with excitement as he received his birthday presents.
- (17) The painting depicted the saint's countenance with a serene and beatific expression.
- (16) The dancer's countenance expressed a mix of anguish and longing as she performed.
- (17) The evidence presented in court was sufficient to countenance a verdict of guilty.
- (17) The company's board of directors did not countenance the CEO's risky investment proposal.
FAQs About the word countenancing
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,
accepting, tolerating,supporting, going for, enjoying, applauding, okaying, approving (of), favoring, caring (for)
criticizing, discountenancing, disparaging, frowning (on or upon), disapproving (of), deprecating, censuring, condemning, damning, depreciating
The judge's stern expression indicated that he would not countenance any further outbursts in the courtroom.
(15) The government refused to countenance the idea of a peace treaty with the enemy nation.
(14) Despite repeated pleas, the school refused to countenance his request for a deferment.
(15) The elderly woman's countenance was etched with years of joy and sorrow.
