physiognomy

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Synonyms: physiognomic, physiognomer, physiogony

Antonyms: physiognomic, physiognomer, physiogony

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Noun

1. The art or [[pseudoscience]] of deducing the [[predominant]] [[temper]] and other characteristic qualities of the mind from the outward appearance, especially from the features of the face.
2. The [[face]] or [[countenance]], with respect to the [[temper]] of the mind; particular [[configuration]], [[cast]], or [[expression]] of countenance, as denoting character.
3. The art of telling [[fortune]]s by [[inspection]] of the [[features]].
4. The general [[appearance]] or [[aspect]] of a thing, without reference to its scientific characteristics.

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