faceless

[ feys-lis ]

adjective

1. without a face:

   a faceless apparition.

2. lacking personal distinction or identity:

   a faceless mob.

3. unidentified or unidentifiable; concealing one's identity:

   a faceless kidnapper.

faceless

/ ˈfeɪslɪs /

adjective

1. without a face
2. without identity; anonymous

Derived Forms

• ˈfacelessness, noun

Other Words From

• faceless·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of faceless¹

First recorded in 1560–70; face + -less

Example Sentences

"We think that the 'Mr Big' is probably a faceless commuter. I do not know him."

From BBC

Were they believable to the faceless Real Americans watching being asked to decide which of them to vote for?

From Salon

They’re cultural landmarks, social gathering spots and testaments to individuality in a world where corporate chains and faceless ghost kitchens continue gaining ground.

From Salon

Conger: There is this common perception of tech companies that they are these sort of neutral, faceless entities trying to keep their thumbs off the scale.

From Los Angeles Times

At the agency's headquarters in Langley, Virginia, a faceless painting celebrated his role in the operation.

From BBC

Related Words

• forgettable
• nameless