1
as in grimace
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
that storekeeper's face seems to be in a permanent pout
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2
as in sulk
pouts plural
a state of resentful silence or irritability
she stayed in the pouts all day
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as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
her lips pouted as she glared at him silently
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Recent Examples of pout
Gerui Wang, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
The product felt comfortable on my lips and appeared to make my pout look plumper than usual.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 21 Mar. 2025
Michael Russo, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
With his team up 40-6 late in the second half and his first-ever Lombardi Trophy all but clinched, Hurts pouted and frowned on the sideline in new footage released by the NFL.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 13 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Their faces spoke louder: frowns of frustration, gasps of shock, squints of doubt, bursts of laughter, pouts of disappointment.
—Gerui Wang, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
The product felt comfortable on my lips and appeared to make my pout look plumper than usual.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
Can’t pout, can’t go your separate ways.
—Michael Russo, The Athletic, 10 Mar. 2025
With his team up 40-6 late in the second half and his first-ever Lombardi Trophy all but clinched, Hurts pouted and frowned on the sideline in new footage released by the NFL.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pout
Noun
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Monday’s developments were greeted with grimace around town.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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Amanda Seyfried’s face contorts into a grimace.—
Esther Zuckerman,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Chalamet sulks and talks out of the side of his mouth, picking from a grab bag of accents that vary with each scene—all of which are far more reedy and cartoonish than Dylan actually sounded in his younger days.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
10 Dec. 2024
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Lucius, at best, looks like someone engaged in a prolonged sulk.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
11 Nov. 2024
Verb
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The two rear cameras live in a small module that protrudes less than a millimeter from the back case.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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Well down the mountainside a small ledge protruded from the sharp ridge like a bulbous growth.—
Percy Brown,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Today, there’s no reason for the Padres to be scowling.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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The image, which shows Trump scowling to the camera for his booking shot at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, has become a symbol.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Shuffling feet, frowns or darting eyes signal discomfort and anxiety.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Below are some of the stocks JPMorgan frowns on: Vaccine maker Novavax is rated underweight by JPMorgan analysts.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In 2019, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission responded to a spate of fatal coyote attacks on pets in south Charlotte, warning cat and dog owners to keep their pets inside or on a leash.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Apr. 2025
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Similarly, allergy medications can alleviate symptoms caused by pollen and other environmental allergens, ensuring your pet remains comfortable and healthy.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Antetokounmpo poked the ball away from Nembhard briefly and a scramble ensued, but the Pacers came up with the ball.—
Eric Nehm,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Amy Schumer also took to Instagram to poke fun at the mission, jokingly revealing she had been chosen to be part of the crew at the last minute.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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After around two years of development, the first electric moped out of the company's stable is making its way to the public.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2025
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Since Jimmy Butler moped his way out of town, the talent hasn’t been there.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Pout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pout. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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