recountenance Definition
to encourage or approve of something that was previously disapproved of or discouraged.
Using recountenance: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "recountenance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The company will not recountenance any form of discrimination in the workplace.
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The government has decided to recountenance the use of renewable energy sources.
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The school administration will not recountenance bullying behavior among students.
recountenance Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for recountenance
Phrases with recountenance
to regain one's composure or confidence after a setback or failure
Example
After losing the championship game, the team needed some time to recountenance themselves and prepare for next season.
to reconsider and approve of an idea that was previously rejected or disapproved of
Example
After further discussion, the board decided to recountenance the proposal and give it another chance.
to show approval or support for a person who was previously disapproved of or discouraged
Example
The coach decided to recountenance the player and give him another chance to prove himself on the field.
Summary: recountenance in Brief
'Recountenance' [ˌriːkaʊnˈtɛnəns] means to approve or encourage something that was previously disapproved of or discouraged. It is often used in formal contexts, such as in the workplace or government policies. 'Recountenance' can also be used to describe regaining composure or reconsidering an idea. Synonyms include 'endorse,' 'support,' and 'approve.' Antonyms include 'disapprove,' 'discourage,' and 'oppose.'
