Pronunciation

/fraʊn/

Definitions

• Noun: A facial expression in which the eyebrows are brought together and lowered, and the lips often turned down, typically expressing disapproval, unhappiness, or worry. For example: “The teacher’s frown indicated her dissatisfaction with their behavior.”
• Verb: (intransitive) To make a frowning expression with one’s face. For example: “He frowned when he read the disappointing news.”
  • (transitive) To express disapproval or displeasure by frowning. For example: “She frowned at the messy room.”

Phrases

• “Frown upon”: To view something with disapproval or disdain. Example: “The school principal frowned upon cheating during exams.”
• “A furrowed brow”: A phrase describing a deep frown that creates wrinkles on the forehead, often indicating concentration, concern, or frustration.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “His deep frown suggested he was thoroughly perplexed by the problem.”
• Verb: “She frowned as she tried to understand the complex instructions.”

Synonyms

• Scowl
• Frown expression
• Glower
• Grimace
• Look of disapproval
• Worry lines
• Furrow (as in “furrow one’s brow”)