Definitions
1.nounAppearance, especially the features and expression of the face.
2.nounFavour; support; encouragement.
3.nounSuperficial appearance; show; pretense.
4.nounCalm facial expression, composure, self-control.
5.verbTo tolerate, support, sanction, patronise or approve of something."The cruel punishment was countenanced by the government, although it was not officially legal."