Face Value

Synonyms of face value

• apparent value
• nominal value
• stated value

Antonyms of face value

• true value
• real value
• intrinsic value

Collocations of face value

initial impression

Frequency: 70 %

Her initial impression of the new colleague was positive.

literal meaning

Frequency: 65 %

The phrase had a literal meaning that surprised many.

true love

Frequency: 55 %

Their true love was evident to everyone.

surface level

Frequency: 50 %

The surface level analysis only scratched the surface of the issue.

apparent value

Frequency: 40 %

The apparent value of the antique was much higher than expected.

Idiomatic Expressions for face value

• Phrase: not worth the paper it's printed on
  Meaning: to have no real value or significance despite appearing to be valuable or important
  Usage: That contract may look official, but it's not worth the paper it's printed on if you don't read the fine print.