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- Dictionaryexpression/ɪkˈsprɛʃn/
noun
- 1. the action of making known one's thoughts or feelings: "the prisoners developed a dialect as an everyday means of expression" Similar
- 2. a look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion: "a sad expression" Similar
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EXPRESSION definition: 1. the act of saying what you think or showing how you feel using words or actions: 2. the look on…. Learn more.
expression. noun. ex· pres· sion ik-ˈspre-shən. Synonyms of expression. 1. a. : an act, process, or instance of representing in a medium (such as words) : utterance. freedom of expression. b (1) : something that manifests, embodies, or symbolizes something else. this gift is an expression of my admiration for you. (2) : a significant word or phrase
the act of expressing or setting forth in words: the free expression of political opinions. Synonyms: statement, assertion, declaration, utterance. a particular word, phrase, or form of words: old-fashioned expressions. Synonyms: idiom, term.
The expression of ideas or feelings is the showing of them through words, actions, or artistic activities. Laughter is one of the most infectious expressions of emotion. [ + of] From Cairo came expressions of regret at the attack. ...the rights of the individual to freedom of expression.
1. the act or an instance of transforming ideas into words. 2. a manifestation of an emotion, feeling, etc, without words: tears are an expression of grief. 3. (Art Terms) communication of emotion through music, painting, etc. 4. a look on the face that indicates mood or emotion: a joyful expression. 5.
Definition of expression noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
the act of saying what you think or showing how you feel using words or actions: expression of He wrote her a poem as an expression of his love. We've received a lot of expressions of support for our campaign. freedom of expression Freedom of expression is a basic human right.
The look on your face — sad, happy, bored, amused — is an expression. Your expression lets people know what you're feeling, unless you're good at hiding your emotions. Expression comes from a Latin word meaning “to press out” and it can still be used this way.
the act of expressing or setting forth in words: the free expression of political opinions. a particular word, phrase, or form of words: old-fashioned expressions. the manner or form in which a thing is expressed in words; wording; phrasing: delicacy of expression.
the act of expressing or setting forth in words: the free expression of political opinions. a particular word, phrase, or form of words: old-fashioned expressions. the manner or form in which a thing is expressed in words; wording; phrasing: delicacy of expression.
