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countenanced

[ˈkaʊntənənst]

countenanced Definition

  • 1admit as acceptable or possible
  • 2give support or approval to

Using countenanced: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "countenanced" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The government countenanced the use of force.

  • Example

    He refused to countenance any changes to the plan.

  • Example

    I will not countenance such behavior in my classroom.

countenanced Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for countenanced

Antonyms for countenanced

Phrases with countenanced

  • to not tolerate any foolishness or misbehavior

    Example

    As a teacher, I countenance no nonsense in my classroom.

  • to allow oneself to smile or show amusement

    Example

    Despite his serious demeanor, he couldn't help but countenance a smile at her joke.

  • to remain calm and composed in the face of something difficult or unpleasant

    Example

    She faced the criticism with equanimity, countenancing it without becoming upset or defensive.

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Summary: countenanced in Brief

'Countenanced' [ˈkaʊntənənst] is a verb that means to admit as acceptable or possible, or to give support or approval to. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'The government countenanced the use of force,' or informal contexts, such as 'I won't countenance such behavior in my classroom.' The phrase 'countenance no nonsense' means to not tolerate any foolishness or misbehavior.