FROWN Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

frown 1 of 2

noun

as in grimace

a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval it was clear from the frown on the CEO's face that sales were headed in the wrong direction

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frown

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verb

ˈfrau̇n

as in to glare

to look with anger or disapproval the boss just stood there and frowned at his assistant who, once again, was in trouble

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Noun

The first trailer for Smile 2 is turning horror fans' frowns upside down. —

Benjamin Vanhoose, Peoplemag, 18 June 2024 Audiences are getting ready to turn their frowns upside down once again with the teaser trailer for Smile 2 from Paramount Pictures. —

Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 June 2024

Verb

Moreover, Rose and Ruth had numerous illegitimate children, which was frowned upon in Littlehampton. —

Rendy Jones, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2024 In honor of her dad's 70th birthday in February, Ella shared a touching tribute to Instagram, featuring a throwback image of her and the actor making frowning faces for a camera. —

Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 3 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for frown

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