prominent chin

Projecting lower face

A prominent chin is one that projects noticeably forward, giving the face a strong or defined lower profile.

The trait is often associated with determination or strength of character in popular perception: He had a prominent chin and a confident demeanor.

In extreme cases, a prominent chin may be a cosmetic concern or indicate certain medical conditions.

Related

jutting · profile · angular · square · defined · bone structure · facial feature · cleft · dimple · face · bone · stubborn · determined · heroic · leading man · lantern-jawed · silhouette · sculpted

Categories
Opposites
chin projection

prominent chinreceding chin

Underdeveloped lower jaw

weak chin · underbite · double chin

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G