faced

[ feyst ]

adjective

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

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

Other Words From

• multi·faced adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of faced¹

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

Example Sentences

In the same year, she also faced criticism for her perceived support of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, seen as a key Russian ally.

From BBC

The European Commission said this meant alternative classified ads services had faced "unfair trading conditions", making it harder for them to compete.

From BBC

That was the greatest threat we faced from Trump, honestly: kicking us out of the White House.

From Salon

The spokeswoman added that the challenges faced by the sector were hitting its ability to stay open, retain staff, and produce new work.

From BBC

Opposition party MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke began the traditional ceremonial group dance after being asked whether her party supported the bill, which faced its first vote on Thursday.

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Related Words

• coated
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