face·less

face·less
/ˈfeısləs/ adj
usually disapproving
1 : not having any unusual and interesting qualities

the faceless masses

a faceless corporation

2 : not identified :anonymous

a decision made by faceless bureaucrats

a faceless accuser


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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