Synonyms

faced

American

[feyst] / feɪst /

adjective

having a specified kind of face or number of faces (usually used in combination).

a sweet-faced child; the two-faced god.

Other Word Forms

multifaced adjective

Etymology

Origin of faced

First recorded in 1490–1500; face + -ed ³

Example Sentences

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Since Mugabe's arrest, the case has faced several delays and his bail hearing was postponed twice.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Baldwin faced a similar charge, but the case against him unraveled spectacularly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

A few months later, faced with military reversals and urban unrest, Nicholas abdicated the throne.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

I always contrast Thomas’ capacious ability to feel sorry for himself with Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, because she also faced so many hurdles in her own life, right?

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

That night after prayer-time the six of us faced our dilemma.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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