Expression Definition
expression
- noun
- the feelings expressed on a person's face; "a sad expression"; "a look of triumph"; "an angry face"
- expression without words; "tears are an expression of grief"; "the pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition"
- the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions; "expressions of good will"; "he helped me find verbal expression for my ideas"; "the idea was immediate but the verbalism took hours"
- a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations; "pardon the expression"
- the style of expressing yourself; "he suggested a better formulation"; "his manner of expression showed how much he cared"
- a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement
- (genetics) the process of expressing a gene
- a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit; "I concluded from his awkward constructions that he was a foreigner"
- the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing; "the expression of milk from her breast"
"Expression" in song lyrics
See how expression is used in real songs:
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"About an industry founded on expression"
The 49ers — I Don't Want No -
"dance, cultural expression"
Aceyalone — I Think I Know Too Much -
"While looking at my face expression"
Atoms Family — Mystic Madness
Words that rhyme with expression
Usage tips for "expression"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "expression" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for expression to find words that pair well.