Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hatchet-faced

adjective
ˈhæʧɪt feɪst
Definition
Having a thin, sharply defined face that resembles the blade of a hatchet.
Examples
  • She had a hatchet-faced look that made her appear quite stern.
  • The actor’s hatchet-faced features made him a perfect fit for the villain’s role.
  • His hatchet-faced appearance often intimidated those who met him for the first time.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone with a sharp, angular facial structure, usually signifying seriousness or severity in appearance.
Synonyms
  • angular
  • sharp-featured
  • gaunt
  • acuminate