Synonyms for

Frowned

Verb / fraʊnd / Another word for frowned — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make a facial expression indicating displeasure or disapproval

Synonyms & similar words

frown lour lower glower scowl glower grimace pout mope sulk brood glum moody disapprove judgmental displeased unhappy unapproving critical cross sour gloomy dour sullen

Synonyms by register

Formal

scowled grimaced frowned upon

Informal

pouted sulked made a face

Literary

brooded glower

Antonyms

smiled grinned beamed laughed cheered rejoiced

Common collocations

  • frowned with displeasure
  • frowned in concentration
  • frowned at the news
  • frowned upon by society
  • frowned deeply
  • frowned slightly
  • frowned in disapproval

Word family

noun frown
verb frown
adjective frowning

Usage note

The verb 'frown' can be used intransitively (e.g., 'He frowned') or transitively with 'upon' to indicate disapproval (e.g., 'The practice was frowned upon').

Example sentences

  1. He frowned at his friend for not sharing his toys.
  2. She frowned when she saw the bad grade on her test.
  3. The teacher frowned when the students were talking during class.
  4. My mom frowned when she saw the muddy footprints on the carpet.
  5. The boss frowned at the employee for being late to work.

Quotes

  • She frowned and shook her head, feeling sorry for herself.
  • He frowned and scratched his head, trying to remember the answer.
  • The old man frowned and leaned on his cane, watching the children play.

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