English · Arts & Literature
expression
/ɪkˈsprɛʃ.ən/
[/ɪkˈsprɛʃ.ən/]
showing of feeling
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The act of showing thoughts or feelings through art, words, or the face; also a set phrase.
Example
Painting became her favourite form of expression when words alone could not capture her emotions.
Painting became her favourite form of expression when words alone could not capture her emotions.
Etymology
From Latin 'expressio' (a pressing out), from 'exprimere' (to press out, represent).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for artistic expression, facial expressions, and fixed phrases.