English Words for "Facial Expressions"

frown

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an expression on the face in which the eyebrows are brought together, creating lines above the eyes, which shows anger, worry, or disapproval

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She couldn't hide her disapproval, her eyebrows furrowing into a deep frown.

Whenever he heard bad news, his face would immediately contort into a worried frown.

glare

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a steady and sharp stare that conveys anger, disapproval, or hostility

grimace

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a twisted facial expression indicating pain, disgust or disapproval

long face

noun

/lˈɑːŋ fˈeɪs/

Idiom

Informal

a disappointed or sad facial expression

What is the origin of the idiom "long face" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "long face" can be traced back to the early 19th century. The term "long" has long been associated with a sense of sadness or melancholy in various idiomatic expressions. It is commonly employed in everyday conversations, informal interactions, and literature to depict a visible expression of sorrow or dejection. This phrase is often used when discussing or observing someone's emotional state, particularly when they are visibly downcast or lacking enthusiasm.

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compound noun

flushed

Adjective

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describing a face that appears reddened or warm, often due to emotions, physical exertion, or heat

to glow

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(of a person's face) to look lively and healthy, specifically as a result of training and exercising

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intransitive

to pale

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to become pale, typically due to a sudden change in physical or emotional state, such as fear, shock, or illness

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intransitive

to crease

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to cause a wrinkle or indentation on a surface

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to crumple

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to wrinkle the face due to intense emotions or age-related changes

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to glower

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to look or stare at someone angrily

to grimace

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to twist our face in an ugly way because of pain, strong dislike, etc., or when trying to be funny

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to lower

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to drop one's eyebrows, chin, or gaze to express sadness, disapproval, or shame, or to show less intensity or hostility in a facial expression

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intransitive

to pout

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to push out one's lips as an expression of displeasure, anger, or sadness

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to sulk

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to be in a bad mood and to remain silent and resentful due to feeling upset, angry, or disappointed

to wince

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to show a facial expression that signifies shame or pain

smile

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an expression in which our mouth curves upwards, when we are being friendly or are happy or amused

grin

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a broad smile that reveals the teeth

smirk

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a half-smile that can indicate satisfaction, superiority, or amusement

bleak

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(of a person) having a cold and unwelcoming appearance, often indicating emotional distance or disapproval

glazed

Adjective

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(of eyes or facial expression) lacking interest and showing no emotion

wry

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twisted or distorted, often indicating dry or mocking humor

worried

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feeling unhappy and afraid because of something that has happened or might happen

to beam

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to show an emotion with a joyful smile

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to sneer

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to smile or speak in a way that suggests mockery or disrespect toward someone

to smirk

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to give a half-smile, often displaying satisfaction, superiority, or amusement

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intransitive

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