facade

• Nom désignant la face avant ou extérieure d'un bâtiment, ou, au sens figuré, une apparence trompeuse ou superficielle de quelque chose.

A noun referring to the front or outward appearance of a building, or metaphorically, a deceptive or superficial appearance of something.

1. Building frontB2formal

   The front face of a building, especially an imposing or decorative one.

   Façade d'un bâtiment

   • The facade of the cathedral is adorned with intricate carvings.
   • They renovated the building's facade to restore its historic appearance.
   • The shop's modern facade contrasts with the old town architecture.

   Synonymeselevationexteriorfacefrontfrontagefrontispiece

2. False appearanceB2formal

   An outward appearance that is maintained to conceal a less pleasant reality.

   Fausse apparence

   • Behind her cheerful facade, she was deeply unhappy.
   • He maintained a facade of confidence despite his nervousness.
   • The company's facade of success hid its financial troubles.

   Synonymesfrontguisemaskpretensesemblanceshowveneer

   Antonymesauthenticityrealitysubstancetruth