facet

/ˈfæsɪt/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈfæsɪt/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈfa-sət/ (ame, mw)

facet — noun

  • facetsingular
  • facetsplural

1. one of the many different sides or aspects that make up a complex topic, issue,

1.名詞B2
釋義

one of the many different sides or aspects that make up a complex topic, issue, or situation

例句

The financial facet of the university budget proved more complicated than expected.

collocation: financial facet + facet of

Tanvi's research paper explored a previously ignored facet of the country's economic history.

同義詞
  • aspect

    the most general alternative; facet emphasizes being one part of a larger whole with multiple sides

  • dimension

    suggests a measurable or clearly distinct area of something complex

  • side

    more concrete; often used for arguments or physical perspectives

文法句型

facet of [abstract noun]

用法筆記

Often followed by 'of' to introduce the domain (e.g., facet of the problem, facet of society).

常見錯誤

❌Hard work is an important facet of her success.
✅Hard work is an important factor in her success.
💡'Factor' refers to a contributing cause; 'facet' refers to a part of a multi-sided whole, not a cause.

2. any of the smooth, flat, polished faces that are cut onto the surface of a gemst

2.名詞B2
釋義

any of the smooth, flat, polished faces that are cut onto the surface of a gemstone to give it shape and sparkle

例句

The master cutter polished each tiny facet of the ruby with great care.

collocation: facet of [gemstone]

A diamond's largest facet catches light and sends it back as a brilliant sparkle.

同義詞
  • face

    used interchangeably in gem-cutting, though 'face' is less technical

  • surface

    broader term; does not imply cutting or polishing

文法句型

facet of [gemstone]

用法筆記

Most common in jewellery and gemology contexts. Plural form 'facets' is frequent when describing a fully cut stone.

3. a smooth, flattened region that exists naturally on certain bones and teeth, or

3.名詞C1
釋義

a smooth, flattened region that exists naturally on certain bones and teeth, or that appears gradually from repeated friction against another surface

例句

The surgeon said that a worn facet on the spine was causing the patient's pain.

adjective + facet for wear damage

Dentists sometimes see a wear facet on a tooth that has been grinding for years.

collocation: wear facet

同義詞
  • surface

    broader anatomical term; facet specifies a small, flat region often formed by contact with another structure

文法句型

facet of [bone/tooth]

用法筆記

Common in medical and anatomical writing, especially orthopaedics and dentistry. Not used in everyday conversation.