complexion
noun
com·plex·ion
kəm-ˈplek-shən 
1
: the combination of the hot, cold, moist, and dry qualities held in medieval physiology to determine the quality of a body
2
a
: an individual complex of ways of thinking or feeling
b
: a complex of attitudes and inclinations
3
: the hue or appearance of the skin and especially of the face
a dark complexion
4
: overall aspect or character
by changing the complexion of the legislative branch—
Trevor Armbrister
Trevor ArmbristerExamples of complexion in a Sentence
She has a dark complexion.
All of the children had healthy complexions.
The complexion of the neighborhood has changed over the years.
Recent Examples on the Web
The tea tree oil is there to soothe and reduce inflammation, while mild acids encourage gentle exfoliation to reveal a smooth and healthy-looking complexion.
—Denise Primbet, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025
This facial steamer uses micro-steam technology to open your pores and hydrate skin for a glowing, radiant complexion in just 10 minutes.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Feb. 2025
In order to achieve a flawless, glowing complexion, Scarlett used facial cleansers, mists, hydrating masks and moisturizers.
—Alison Escalante, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
The suspect has a medium build, facial hair and light complexion.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for complexion
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Denise Primbet, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2025
This facial steamer uses micro-steam technology to open your pores and hydrate skin for a glowing, radiant complexion in just 10 minutes.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 28 Feb. 2025
In order to achieve a flawless, glowing complexion, Scarlett used facial cleansers, mists, hydrating masks and moisturizers.
—Alison Escalante, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
The suspect has a medium build, facial hair and light complexion.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for complexion
Articles Related to complexion
Cite this Entry
“Complexion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/complexion. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
complexion
noun
com·plex·ion
kəm-ˈplek-shən
1
: the hue or appearance of the skin and especially of the face
has a dark complexion
2
: general appearance : character
information that changes the whole complexion of a situation
Medical Definition
complexion
noun
com·plex·ion
kəm-ˈplek-shən
1
: the combination of the hot, cold, moist, and dry qualities held in medieval physiology to determine the quality of a body
2
: the hue or appearance of the skin and especially of the face
a dark complexion
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share