countenance
coun-te-nance
verb
To admit as acceptable or possible; to give approval to something.
"The school would not countenance such behaviour."
noun
A person's face or facial expression, indicating mood or character.
"Her calm countenance reassured everyone."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: kisser, visage, physiognomy, smiler, mug, phiz, permit, let, allow, warrant, endorsement, imprimatur
Antonyms: disallow, forbid, interdict, nix, prohibit, proscribe, veto