complexion

com-plex-ion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially of the face.

  2. 2.

    The general character or nature of something.

Forms

plural: complexions

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    fair complexion — light-colored skin
  • •
    dark complexion — darker skin tone
  • •
    change the complexion of — to alter the nature of

Related words

See also: appearance, character, skin
Synonyms: appearance, character, coloring, skin tone

Etymology

From Latin "complexio" meaning combination, constitution of the body, from "complecti" (to embrace, encircle).