Expression — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Expression
Expression (noun)
- an act, process, or instance of representing in a medium (such as words), utterance
- something that manifests, embodies, or symbolizes something else
- a significant word or phrase
Expression (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an act, process, or means of putting something into words
"the poem is his expression of his grief upon the loss of his beloved wife"
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facial appearance regarded as an indication of mood or feeling
"we could tell by the fans' expressions that the Chicago Cubs had lost again"
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a pronounceable series of letters having a distinct meaning especially in a particular field
"the expression John Doe is used in legal proceedings to refer to a person whose actual name is either unknown or being withheld from the public"
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a sequence of words having a specific meaning
"the popular expression raining cats and dogs is meaningless in other languages"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Expression
The most common words with a similar meaning to Expression:
Word Forms of Expression
Derived words: expressional (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Expression
First known use: 15th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Expression
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 6
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 7
- Topics: Communication
Words & Phrases Containing Expression
Frequently Asked Questions about Expression
What does "Expression" mean?
"Expression" means an act, process, or instance of representing in a medium (such as words), utterance. As a noun, it is defined as: an act, process, or instance of representing in a medium (such as words), utterance. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Expression"?
Other words for "Expression" include articulation, formulation, phrasing, statement, utterance, verbalism, voice and wording. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Expression" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Expression"?
There are 68 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Expression". Common alternatives include articulation, formulation, phrasing, statement, utterance, verbalism, voice, wording, cast and countenance.
How do you use "Expression" in a sentence?
Examples of "Expression" in a sentence: "the poem is his expression of his grief upon the loss of his beloved wife"; "we could tell by the fans' expressions that the Chicago Cubs had lost again"; "the expression John Doe is used in legal proceedings to refer to a person whose actual name is either unknown or being withheld from the public".
Is "Expression" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Expression" is a noun.
Is "Expression" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Expression" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Expression"?
"Expression" is pronounced /ik-ˈspre-shən/ and divided into syllables as ex·pres·sion.
What is the origin of the word "Expression"?
First known use: 15th century.