Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having a relatively square jaw: Describes a person whose jawbone has a broad, angular shape, often considered a sign of strength or determination.

Usage

• This adjective is used attributively (before a noun) to describe a person's facial features.
• It is a compound adjective formed from "square" (adjective) + "jawed" (having a specific type of jaw).

Examples

• The actor was known for his square-jawed good looks and heroic roles.
• She had a strong, square-jawed profile that conveyed authority.
• The comic book hero was always drawn as a square-jawed champion of justice.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used figuratively to imply stereotypical, traditional masculinity or resoluteness.
  • He was the square-jawed hero of the old-fashioned adventure story.

Variants and Related Words

• Jawed (adj.): Used in combination with another adjective to describe the jaw (e.g., , ).
• Strong-jawed (adj.): Similar in meaning, emphasizing strength rather than the specific square shape.

Synonyms

• Strong-jawed: Having a jaw that appears powerful.
• Lantern-jawed: Having long, thin jaws and a hollow-cheeked appearance (a different, specific shape).

Antonyms

• Weak-chinned: Having a chin and jaw that appear to recede, often implying a lack of strength or resolve.
• Round-faced: Having a face with soft, circular contours.

Adjective

1. having a relatively square jaw