Brownface

Synonyms of brownface

• blackface
• yellowface
• redface

Antonyms of brownface

• makeup-free
• natural skin tone
• authentic representation

Collocations of brownface

brownface makeup

Frequency: 70 %

The actor was criticized for using brownface makeup in the film.

controversial brownface

Frequency: 60 %

The comedian's controversial brownface skit sparked outrage online.

racist brownface

Frequency: 55 %

The politician's racist brownface photo resurfaced during the election campaign.

offensive brownface

Frequency: 50 %

The use of offensive brownface in the advertisement led to a public apology.

inappropriate brownface

Frequency: 45 %

The celebrity's inappropriate brownface costume caused a social media backlash.

Idiomatic Expressions for brownface

• Phrase: brownface incident
  Meaning: refers to a specific event or occurrence where someone is caught wearing brownface or darkening their skin in a disrespectful manner
  Usage: The politician faced backlash for a brownface incident from his college years that resurfaced during the election campaign.