Meaning of the word facepalm in English
What does facepalm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
facepalm
US /ˈfeɪs.pɑːm/
UK /ˈfeɪs.pɑːm/
Verb
the gesture of covering one's face with one's hand, used to express embarrassment, frustration, or exasperation.
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After hearing the ridiculous excuse, he couldn't help but facepalm.
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The comedian's terrible joke made the audience facepalm.
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Noun
an instance of covering one's face with one's hand, typically as an expression of embarrassment, frustration, or exasperation.
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His response elicited a collective facepalm from the group.
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That was such a huge facepalm moment.
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