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complexion
[ kuhm-plek-shuhn ]
noun
- the natural color, texture, and appearance of the skin, especially of the face:
a clear, smooth, rosy complexion.
- appearance; aspect; character:
His confession put a different complexion on things.
- viewpoint, attitude, or conviction:
one's political complexion.
- (in old physiology) constitution or nature of body and mind, regarded as the result of certain combined qualities.
- Obsolete. nature; disposition; temperament.
complexion
/ əˈɛʃə /
noun
- the colour and general appearance of a person's skin, esp of the face
- aspect, character, or nature
the general complexion of a nation's finances
- obsolete.
- the temperament of a person
- the temperature and general appearance of the body
Derived Forms
- dzˈ澱DzԲ, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- dz·iDz· adjective
- dz·iDz··ly adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of complexion1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of complexion1
Example Sentences
I was long an advocate for these efforts; however, I became increasingly troubled that while the complexion of churches began to change, the promised racial justice didn’t materialize.
Of course, if Spurs win that competition the season takes on a very different complexion.
A young South African girl who disappeared last year aged six was allegedly sought by a traditional healer for her eyes and fair complexion, a court has heard.
"I can do what I want, I can make a Sim with any body type, complexion, hair, whatever I want to do, it's one of the most customisable games I have."
Such hacks underscore the great lengths people will go for a clear, glowing complexion.
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