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- [froun]
- /fraʊn/
- /fraʊn/
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- [froun]
- /fraʊn/
Definitions of frown word
- verb without object frown to contract the brow, as in displeasure or deep thought; scowl. 1
- verb without object frown to look displeased; have an angry look. 1
- verb without object frown to view with disapproval; look disapprovingly (usually followed by on or upon): to frown upon a scheme. 1
- verb with object frown to express by a frown: to frown one's displeasure. 1
- verb with object frown to force or shame with a disapproving frown: to frown someone into silence. 1
- noun frown a frowning look; scowl. 1
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Origin of frown
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English frounen < Old French froignier, derivative of froigne surly expression, probably < Gaulish *frognā; compare Welsh ffroen, Old Breton fron nostril, Old Irish srón nose < Celtic *srognā or *sroknā
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Parts of speech for Frown
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
frown popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
frown usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for frown
verb frown
- glower — to look or stare with sullen dislike, discontent, or anger.
- pout — to thrust out the lips, especially in displeasure or sullenness.
- glare — a bright, smooth surface, as of ice.
- grimace — a facial expression, often ugly or contorted, that indicates disapproval, pain, etc.
- gloom — total or partial darkness; dimness.
Antonyms for frown
verb frown
- grin — to smile broadly, especially as an indication of pleasure, amusement, or the like.
- smile — a pleasant or agreeable appearance, look, or aspect.
- condone — If someone condones behaviour that is morally wrong, they accept it and allow it to happen.
- approve — If you approve of an action, event, or suggestion, you like it or are pleased about it.
- encourage — Give support, confidence, or hope to (someone).
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