Facet Meaning
/ˈfæs.ɪt/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAny one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.
nounOne among many similar or related, yet still distinct things.
Sentence Examples
A facet of genius is the ability to provoke scandals.
That's not the most important facet of the tale.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The gemstone's most impressive ____ was its brilliant clarity under light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Each ____ of the diamond was cut precisely to reflect the light and create a beautiful sparkle.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *dʰeh₁k- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *dʰh₁kyéti Proto-Italic *θakjō Proto-Italic *fakjō Late Latin faciō Proto-Italic *-jēs Late Latin -iēs Late Latin faciēs Late Latin facia Old French face Middle French face French face Proto-Indo-European *-tós Proto-Italic *-tosder.? Late Latin -ittus Old French -et Middle French -et French -etder. French -ette French facettebor. English facet Borrowed from French facette.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The gemstone's most impressive ____ was its brilliant clarity under light.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Each ____ of the diamond was cut precisely to reflect the light and create a beautiful sparkle.