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Countenance
01
contenance
someone's face or facial expression
Exemples
She maintained a calm countenance during the crisis, reassuring others.
Elle a gardé un visage calme pendant la crise, rassurant les autres.
02
approbation, acquiescement
a confirmation that is clearly expressed
Exemples
With a nod and a pleased countenance, the judge signaled his agreement.
D'un hochement de tête et d'un air satisfait, le juge a signalé son accord.
03
sérénité, maintien
a composed facial bearing that reflects inner emotional control or mental steadiness, especially under pressure
Exemples
She struggled to keep her countenance when the surprise announcement was made.
Elle a eu du mal à garder son contenance lorsque l'annonce surprise a été faite.
to countenance
01
consentir, accorder
to agree and not oppose to something that one generally finds unacceptable or unpleasant
Exemples
She could n't countenance the idea of firing her longtime employee, even though his performance had been declining.
Elle ne pouvait pas tolérer l'idée de licencier son employé de longue date, même si ses performances avaient décliné.
