facade
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for facade, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The front exterior wall of a building.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use facade
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French façade, from Italian facciata, related to faccia, "face" — ultimately from Latin facies.
Full origin of facade →Frequently asked questions
What does “facade” mean?
The word “facade” means the front exterior wall of a building. In plain terms, either the front of a building, or a fake outward show that hides what's really going on.
How do you pronounce “facade”?
“Facade” is pronounced fuh-SAHD (/fəˈsɑːd/ in IPA).
How do you use “facade” in a sentence?
Here is “facade” used in a sentence: “The cathedral's stone facade dates back to the 13th century.”
What part of speech is “facade”?
“Facade” is a noun.
Where does the word “facade” come from?
The word “facade” comes from Latin. From French façade, from Italian facciata, related to faccia, "face" — ultimately from Latin facies.
Is “facade” a common word?
“Facade” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “facade” have?
“Facade” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the front exterior wall of a building.