German Meaning of physiognomy

Physiognomie

Other German words related to Physiognomie

Definitions and Meaning of physiognomy in English

Wordnet

physiognomy (n)

the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)

Webster

physiognomy (n.)

The art and science of discovering the predominant temper, and other characteristic qualities of the mind, by the outward appearance, especially by the features of the face.

The face or countenance, with respect to the temper of the mind; particular configuration, cast, or expression of countenance, as denoting character.

The art telling fortunes by inspection of the features.

The general appearance or aspect of a thing, without reference to its scientific characteristics; as, the physiognomy of a plant, or of a meteor.

FAQs About the word physiognomy

Physiognomie

the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)The art and science of discovering the predominant temper, a

Erscheinung,Merkmale,Person,Luft,Aspekt,Einstellung,Lager,Verhalten,Farbe,Kolorierung

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physiognommonic => physiognomisch, physiognomize => physiognomisieren, physiognomist => Physiognomiker, physiognomies => Physiognomien, physiognomical => physiognomisch,