Question

In The Raven, what is most closely the meaning of the word countenance as it is used in the following passage?

Answer 1

Answer:

The word countenance mean a look or expression on their face. I don't kniw if this helps, but I tried.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: The meaning of the word "countenance" as it is used in the passage provided is d. "noun: facial expression".

Explanation: In this passage from "The Raven", the word "countenance" has been used as a noun as it is identifying a thing rather than denoting an action. Moreover, it has been premodified by the determiner "the". As regards its meaning, "countenance" refers to the appearance or the expression in the face of a person/animal. Therefore, the option that provides the correct meaning is D. noun: facial expression.