All 7 Uses of
countenance
in
The Taming of the Shrew
- You must meet my master to countenance my mistress.
Scene 4.1 (definition 1) *countenance = show favor
- Thou, it seems, that calls for company to countenance her.†
Scene 4.1 (definition 2)
- Master, a mercatante or a pedant, I know not what; but formal in apparel, In gait and countenance surely like a father.†
Scene 4.2 (definition 2)
- In countenance somewhat doth resemble you.
Scene 4.2 (definition 2) *countenance = facial expression
- Set your countenance, sir.†
Scene 4.4 (definition 2)
- Lay hands on the villain: I believe 'a means to cozen somebody in this city under my countenance.†
Scene 5.1 (definition 2)
- Bianca's love Made me exchange my state with Tranio, While he did bear my countenance in the town; And happily I have arriv'd at the last Unto the wished haven of my bliss.†
Scene 5.1 (definition 2)
Definitions:
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(1) (countenance as in: giving countenance) to tolerate, approve, or show favor or support
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(2) (countenance as in: a pleasant countenance) facial expression; or face; or composure or manner