Frown

/fraʊn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A facial expression characterized by a furrowed brow and downturned mouth, indicating displeasure or concentration.

His frown suggested that he was not impressed with the presentation.

A look of displeasure.

She wore a frown when she heard the bad news.

verb

To wrinkle the brow in displeasure or concentration.

She frowned when she saw the messy kitchen.

To express disapproval or displeasure.

He frowned at the suggestion of a late-night party.

Middle English, from Old French 'frognier', which means to wrinkle, similar to 'froncer' (to furrow).

frown upon

To disapprove of something.

turn that frown upside down

To make someone happy.

put on a frown

To display a displeased expression.

scowl

An angry or bad-tempered expression.

grimace

An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face.

glower

To have an angry or sullen look on one's face.

Downer

Don't be such a downer, smile instead of frowning.

Bummer face

She had a bummer face when she heard the concert was sold out.