How Do You Spell MEGAPROSOPOUS?

1. Megaprosopous is an adjective that pertains to a particular facial appearance or characteristic. It describes someone with a large, broad, or oversized face. The term is derived from the Greek words "mega", meaning large or great, and "prosopon", meaning face or countenance.

   When used to describe a person's facial features, megaprosopous signifies a face that is noticeably wider, bigger, or more prominent compared to average proportions. It often suggests a wider forehead, bulky cheeks, a broad jawline, or any combination of these. Typically, such facial attributes contribute to an overall appearance that is perceived as striking or commanding due to the scale and proportions of the face.

   The term "megaprosopous" can also extend beyond physical observations to describe broader qualities or characteristics associated with someone who possesses a commanding, forceful, or authoritative presence. In this context, it refers to individuals who exhibit traits of assertiveness, dominance, or strength of character, reminiscent of their substantial or imposing facial features.

   Although megaprosopous is a relatively uncommon term in everyday language, it finds occasional usage in various fields such as literature, art analysis, or when studying human facial morphology. It assists in providing a precise and distinctive description of distinct facial appearances that deviate from the average or usual proportions, both in physical and metaphorical senses.

2. Having a large face, noting a skull in which the face is out of proportion to the vault of the cranium.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for MEGAPROSOPOUS

The word megaprosopous is derived from the combination of two Greek roots: mega meaning great or large, and prosopon meaning face or countenance. When these roots are combined, megaprosopous literally translates to having a large face or having a great countenance.