Pronunciation: [fˈe͡ɪʃə͡lˌi] (IPA) 
Facially is a word that refers to something that pertains to or involves the face. It is spelled f-eɪ-ʃ-ə-l-i. The first syllable is pronounced as "fay", with the "a" sound as in "day". The second syllable is "shuh", with the "u" sound as in "push". The stress is on the second syllable, making it "FAY-shuh-lee". This word is commonly used in the fields of anatomy, biology, and cosmetics, among others.
Facially is defined as an adverb that describes something related to or concerning the face, particularly the appearance or physical attributes of someone's face. It refers to any matter or action that is primarily focused on facial features or expressions.
In terms of physical appearance, facially can describe the structure, shape, characteristics, and overall look of a person's face. It encompasses the arrangement and color of facial features such as eyes, nose, mouth, forehead, cheeks, chin, and jawline. It may also refer to the texture and tone of the skin on the face. For example, the term "facially attractive" implies that someone possesses appealing or pleasing facial features.
Facially also relates to the expression or communication conveyed through facial movements. It pertains to the emotions, feelings, or thoughts that are displayed or projected by the muscles and skin of the face. It can denote different facial expressions like happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, or any other emotional state. For instance, someone may be described as "facially expressive" if they have a wide range of noticeable or easily interpretable facial gestures.
Additionally, facially can be used to describe legal or administrative matters that pertain specifically to the face. It can refer to evidence or facts that are directly related to the facial appearance of an individual, such as identification through facial recognition techniques. In this context, the term is often associated with identity verification, criminal investigations, or documentation processes.
The word "facially" is derived from the noun "face", which originated from the Old French word "face" meaning "face, countenance". This Old French term is ultimately derived from the Latin word "facies" with the same meaning. The suffix "-ally" is then added to form the adverb "facially", indicating that something is done or relates to the face.
