facet

CEFRB2

/ˈfæs.ɪt/

noun

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    One part or aspect of a subject or situation.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    One among many similar or related, yet still distinct things.

Examples

  • A facet of genius is the ability to provoke scandals.

  • That's not the most important facet of the tale.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
1

Also pronounced

  • /ˈfas.ɪt/

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. One of a series of things, such as steps in a project.

  2. Any one of the flat surfaces cut into a gem.

  3. One member of a compound eye, as found in insects and crustaceans.

More examples

In context

  • The child's learning disability was only one facet of the problems contributing to his delinquency.

  • This facet of the diamond was masterfully cut to enhance its value.

  • We had just about completed the research facet of the project when the order came to cancel it.

Synonyms

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The gemstone's most impressive blank was its brilliant clarity under light.

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Origin

noun

Borrowed from French facette.