Expressions: meaning, definitions and examples

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expressions

 

[ ɪkˈsprɛʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in daily life

Expressions are phrases or sayings that convey a specific meaning. They are commonly used in language to emphasize a point or convey a feeling.

Synonyms

idioms, phrases, sayings

Examples of usage

  • "Actions speak louder than words" is a popular expression.
  • She was in a bad mood, so she didn't take his sarcastic expression well.
Context #2 | Noun

in mathematics

Expressions in mathematics refer to combinations of numbers, symbols, and operators that represent a value.

Synonyms

equations, mathematical expressions

Examples of usage

  • The algebraic expression 2x + 5 can be simplified to 7x.
Context #3 | Noun

in art

Expressions in art refer to the way an artist conveys emotions, feelings, and ideas through their work.

Synonyms

artistic expression, creative expression

Examples of usage

  • The painting captured the artist's deep emotional expression.
  • Her dance was a beautiful expression of joy and freedom.

Translations

Translations of the word "expressions" in other languages:

🇵🇹 expressões

🇮🇳 व्यक्त करने के तरीके

🇩🇪 Ausdrücke

🇮🇩 ekspresi

🇺🇦 вирази

🇵🇱 wyrażenia

🇯🇵 表現

🇫🇷 expressions

🇪🇸 expresiones

🇹🇷 ifadeler

🇰🇷 표현

🇸🇦 تعبيرات

🇨🇿 výrazy

🇸🇰 výrazy

🇨🇳 表达

🇸🇮 izrazi

🇮🇸 tjáningar

🇰🇿 өрнектер

🇬🇪 გამოხატვა

🇦🇿 ifadələr

🇲🇽 expresiones

Word origin

The word 'expressions' originated from the Latin word 'expressio,' which means 'a pressing out.' It first appeared in the English language in the 14th century. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various meanings in different contexts, reflecting its versatility and importance in communication, mathematics, art, and everyday life.

See also: expressed, expressible, expressing, expression, expressive, expressively, expressiveness, expressway, unexpressed.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,644, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.