Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-countenance

Verb

/ɪnˈkaʊntənəns/

Definition

To support or approve of something or someone.

Examples

She was in-countenanced by her peers during the meeting when she proposed a new strategy.
The organization was in-countenanced by several influential leaders in the community.

Meaning

The term in-countenance refers to the act of providing approval or support, particularly in a formal sense. It denotes a positive affirmation of behavior, actions, or attitude.