Synonyms for

Scowl

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

Definition

to look angry or unhappy by frowning

Synonyms & similar words

frown frown glower grimace pout sneer scrape scowl glance gaze stare leer look sulk mope mourn gloom pucker lower cloud lour

Example sentences

  1. She scowled at the boy who pushed her.
  2. He scowled when he saw the mess in his room.
  3. The teacher scowled at the students who were talking in the class.
  4. The dog scowled at the cat who came near his food bowl.
  5. I scowled at my brother when he took my candy.

Quotes

  • My father's scowl was legendary.
  • She looked at me with a scowl so fierce that I felt like I was going to be blasted to smithereens.
  • His scowl was so intimidating that no one would dare approach him.

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