Faced

Part of Speech

Verb (past tense and past participle of "face")

Adjective (having a specified type of face or surface)

Pronunciation

IPA: /feɪst/

Phonetic: fayst

Definitions

• (Verb) Past tense of "face," meaning to confront or deal with a situation.
• (Adjective) Having a particular type of facial expression or surface covering (e.g., "stone-faced," "red-faced").

Usage Examples

• She faced her fears and delivered the speech confidently.
• The building was beautifully faced with marble.
• He walked into the meeting red-faced after arriving late.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word "facen," meaning to confront or turn towards, from Old French "face" (face, countenance).

Synonyms

• Encountered
• Confronted
• Braved
• Endured

Antonyms

• Avoided
• Evaded
• Ignored

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, "faced" is typically pronounced with a clear "t" sound, whereas in some British dialects, it may be softened.

Historical Usage

The verb "face" has been in use since the 14th century, with "faced" appearing in literature from the 16th century.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, facing a problem directly is considered a sign of strength, while in others, indirect approaches may be preferred.

More Information

"Faced" is commonly used in idiomatic expressions, such as "stone-faced" (expressionless) or "two-faced" (deceptive). It is frequently found in literature and everyday speech when describing confrontation or appearance.