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stern-faced Definition and Meaning in English (stern-faced definition)

adjective
Synonyms:serious-facedgrim-facedsevere-faced
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Stern-faced definition: Having a serious, severe, or unsmiling expression on one's face, often indicating disapproval or lack of humor.

Definitions of Stern-faced

  1. 1adjective

    Having a serious, severe, or unsmiling expression on one's face, often indicating disapproval or lack of humor.

Example Sentences

formal

“The stern-faced judge listened intently to the testimony.”

casual

“She was known for her stern-faced demeanor, rarely showing emotion.”

Synonyms

serious-facedgrim-facedsevere-facedunsmilingdour

Antonyms

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nounsternness
adjectivestern
adverbsternly

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Stern-faced definition: Having a serious, severe, or unsmiling expression on one's face, often indicating disapproval or lack of humor.
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'Stern-faced' translates to 'stern-faced' in English. Stern-faced definition: Having a serious, severe, or unsmiling expression on one's face, often indicating disapproval or lack of humor.
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