Greasepaint

B2 8+

Synonyms of greasepaint

Antonyms of greasepaint

Collocations of greasepaint

clown greasepaint
Frequency: 80 %

The circus performer always had his clown greasepaint on for the show.

thick greasepaint
Frequency: 70 %

The clown applied thick greasepaint to his face before the performance.

white greasepaint
Frequency: 65 %

Mime artists often use white greasepaint to create their characters.

bright greasepaint
Frequency: 60 %

The actress wore bright greasepaint for her role as a fairy in the play.

smudged greasepaint
Frequency: 45 %

After the long performance, the actor's greasepaint was smudged and running.

Idiomatic Expressions for greasepaint

  • Phrase: hide behind the greasepaint
    Meaning: to conceal one's true self or emotions with a facade
    Usage: She hides behind the greasepaint of her cheerful demeanor to mask her sadness.