Facially

/ˈfeɪʃəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to the face or facial features; with respect to facial appearance or expression.

Etymology

From 'facial' (adjective relating to the face) plus the -ly suffix that converts adjectives to adverbs. 'Facial' comes from Latin 'facies' (face).

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The term 'facially' is rarely used in everyday speech, but in fields like medicine and psychology, distinguishing 'facially similar' features from other characteristics can be scientifically important!

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