Synonyms for

Frowning

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

Definition

The act of making a facial expression in which one brings their eyebrows together and turns the corners of their mouth downward to show displeasure or sadness.

Synonyms & similar words

glower lower frown lour scowling grimacing glowering pouting sulking moping brooding fretting glooming puckering muttering complaining grumbling whining moaning sneering snarling sniveling sobbing weeping

Example sentences

  1. He was frowning at his messy room.
  2. She couldn't hide her frowning face when she heard the bad news.
  3. The teacher asked the student to stop frowning during the lesson.
  4. I could see my mom frowning in disappointment.
  5. His frowning expression showed that he was upset.

Quotes

  • A frown is just a smile turned upside down.
  • A frown is the universal language of disapproval.
  • A frown is a curve that can set a lot of things straight.

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