How Do You Spell GRIMACE?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈɪmɪs] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "grimace" is G-R-I-M-A-C-E. This word is pronounced as /ɡrɪˈmeɪs/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet, with stress on the second syllable. The word refers to a facial expression that conveys disgust, pain, or contempt. It is characterized by a twisting or contortion of the face, involving the mouth, nose, and eyes. A grimace can be a reflexive response to a physical sensation or an intentional act to convey a negative emotion or response.

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GRIMACE Meaning and Definition

  1. A grimace is a contorted facial expression, typically characterized by a distortion or contraction of the facial muscles, particularly around the mouth and eyes, which signifies discomfort, pain, disapproval, or annoyance. It involves a pulling back or tightening of the facial features in a manner that reflects one's emotions or physical sensations.

    The primary feature of a grimace is the apparent lack of joy or happiness in one's facial demeanor. It is often associated with a furrowed brow, downturned corners of the mouth, and a wrinkled, pained or displeased forehead. Grimacing can also involve clenched teeth, squinted or narrowed eyes, and an overall tense or strained appearance of the face.

    Grimaces are usually involuntary, instinctive reactions to unpleasant stimuli or experiences, serving as non-verbal cues of one's emotional state. They can occur spontaneously, without conscious thought or control, as a response to physical discomfort, intense pain, or a strong distaste towards something. Grimacing can also be purposefully simulated, depending on context, to convey sarcasm, mockery, or irony.

    In summary, a grimace refers to a facial expression characterized by a twisted or strained appearance, indicating discomfort, disagreeable sensations, negative emotions, or disdain. It is a non-verbal manifestation of one's feelings or reactions, often involving a frown, tightened muscles, and distinct contortions that display one's emotional or physical state.

  2. A wry face; a distortion of face from habit, affectation, or insolence.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of GRIMACE

The word "grimace" originated from the Old French word "grimache" which meant "hideous face" or "scowl". It can be traced back to the Middle Dutch word "grima" meaning "mask" or "helmet", and ultimately derived from the Old High German word "grim" which meant "mask" or "specter". The word "grimace" is associated with making a contorted or distorted facial expression, often indicating pain, disgust, or disapproval.

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Plural form of GRIMACE is GRIMACES

Conjugate verb Grimace

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have grimaced
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have grimaced
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

we Let´s grimace

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was grimacing
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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

I grimace
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am grimacing
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

grimacing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have grimaced
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

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