3. (verb)countenance, physiognomy, phiz, visage, kisser, smiler, mug the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) Synonyms: endorsement, kisser, osculator, phiz, physiognomy, fall guy, mark, sanction, warrant, mug, mugful, indorsement, sucker, soft touch, patsy, countenance, imprimatur, fool, smiler, visage, gull, chump
1. countenance Abet and instigate are now used almost without exception in a bad sense; one may incite either to good or evil. One incites or instigates to the doing of something not yet done, or to incre Synonyms: abet, advocate, countenance, incite, sanction, aid, embolden, instigate, support, assist, encourage, promote, uphold Antonyms: baffle, deter, dissuade, hinder, confound, disapprove, expose, impede, counteract, disconcert, frustrate, obstruct, denounce, discourage
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