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propositions may be complex, yet . . . it is proprly called a simple syllogism, since the complexion does not belong to the syllogistic form of it. I. Watts.

Of or pertaining to constitutional complexion. A moral rather than a complexional timidity. Burke.

Constitutionally. [R.] Though corruptible, not complexionally vicious. Burke.

Pertaining to the complexion, or to the care of it. Jer. Taylor.

Having (such) a complexion; -- used in composition; as, a dark- complexioned or a ruddy-complexioned person. A flower is the best-complexioned grass, as a pearl is the best- colored clay. Fuller.

To change the complexion or hue of. [Obs.] Beau. & Fl.

Looking as if or scorched; sunburnt. A tall, thin man, of an adust complexion. Sir W. Scott.

Complexion; color; hue; likeness; form. [Archaic] For him which is so bright of blee. Lament. of Mary Magd. That boy has a strong blee of his father. Forby.

Of a fair color; light-colored; as, blond hair; a blond complexion.

A person of very fair complexion, with light hair and light blue eyes. [Written also blond.]

A projecting bonnet or shade to protect the complexion; also, a wide-brimmed hat. [Obs.]

A girl or woman with a somewhat brown or dark complexion. -- a.

The natural color of flesh; rosy pink. Her complexion of the delicate carnation. Ld. Lytton.

formerly supposed to be the seat and cause of irascibility. [Obs.] His [Richard Hooker's] complexion . . . was sanguine, with a mixture of choler; and yet his motion was slow. I. Warton.

Without defect or blemish, such as freckles or knots; as, a clear complexion; clear lumber.

The hue or color characteristic of good health and spirits; ruddy complexion. Give color to my pale cheek. Shak.

Complexioned. [Low, New Eng.]

Temperament; disposition; character. [Obs.] The condition of a saint and the complexion of a devil. Shak.

Any external application intended to beautify and improve the complexion.

Imparting or improving beauty, particularly the beauty of the complexion; as, a cosmetical preparation. First, robed in white, the nymph intent adores, With head uncovered, the cosmetic powers. Pope.