faced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /feɪst/
KK: /feɪst/
adjective
Definition
Having a particular appearance or condition on the front or surface.
Example
The faced stone wall gave the building a strong and sturdy look.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more faced
Superlative: most faced
Conversation
Did you see Jake at the party last night?
Yeah, he looked pretty faced when he walked in.
I can't believe he actually danced like that!
Right? I thought someone was going to help him out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
intoxicated
smashed
beaten
Antonyms
sober
unharmed
unbeaten
verb
Definition
To confront or deal with something, especially a challenge or difficulty.
Example
She faced her fears and spoke in front of the large audience.
Tense Forms
Past: faced
Past Participle: faced
Conversation
Have you heard about the challenge I faced at work last week?
No, what happened?
I faced a tough deadline and had to work overtime.
Root Explanation
Faced → It is formed from "face" (from Old French *face*, meaning the front part of the head) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or condition). The word "faced" means having a particular face or appearance, often used to describe something that has been confronted or dealt with.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'face' as the front part of something, and remember that 'faced' means having that front or appearance, often in a context of confronting something.
Visually Confused Words
unfaced
fracted
flacked
farcied
fancied
faciend
paced
laced