Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
physiognomy
noun
/ˌfɪz.iˈɒɡ.nə.mi/
Definition
The face or outward appearance of a person, which is often used to infer character or personality traits.
Examples
- His physiognomy suggested wisdom and kindness.
- She studied his physiognomy carefully to understand his emotions.
- The artist captured the physiognomy of her subjects with great detail.
Meaning
The study of someone’s facial features and their supposed connection to their character.
Synonyms
- facial features
- countenance
- appearance
- look
