Thesaurus results for FACET

facet

noun

ˈfa-sət

Definition of facet

as in aspect

a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded there are so many facets to Benjamin Franklin: statesman, scientist, inventor, American original

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Recent Examples of facet The money is going toward all facets of the research project, from travel costs to housing, tuition, field equipment and everything in between. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026 Finally, these regulators will need to develop substantive performance standards and metrics to fairly regulate different facets of these new technologies and to prescribe appropriate remedies that lead to meaningful accountability. — Michael Posner, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Franchise-wise, Armani Beauty has Privè, with unisex couture fragrances; Giorgio Armani, which is premium, and Emporio Armani, embodying the brand’s younger, urban facet. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026 These memories have many facets, like a precious gem slowly rotating between a jeweller’s fingers. — Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for facet

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Noun

Lakovic sees the ice well enough, but scouts aren’t fully convinced on that aspect of his game.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Unusual circumstances can expand our understanding of an artist, raising legitimate questions and illuminating aspects of a career that deserves serious consideration.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of aspect

Noun

Yet new vehicle barriers are being planned for Terrell County, part of the total $7 billion scheme for the Big Bend sector of the border that includes the national park and land either side.

— Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
One side is red and the other is black, perfect for ping-pong tournaments.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026