microexpression

English

Etymology

From micro- +‎ expression.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌmaɪkɹəʊ.ɪkˈspɹɛʃən/

Noun

microexpression (plural microexpressions)

  1. A fleeting, involuntary facial expression that may reveal private thoughts or emotions.
    Coordinate term: microgesture

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