frowns

Shows facial disapproval

Frowns are facial expressions of displeasure, disapproval, or concentration—the furrowing of the brow and downturning of the mouth.

As a verb, to frown is to make this expression: She frowns whenever I mention his name.

To frown on something is to disapprove of it: The committee frowns on late submissions.

expression

scowl

Angry facial expression

downturned · pout · crease · wrinkle · knit · pursed · squint · glare · pinched · tightened

disapproval

scowl

Angry facial expression

censure · reproach · criticism · condemnation · discontent · objection · skepticism · distrust · disdain · contempt

mood

sullen

Silently bad-tempered

sulky · dejected · crestfallen · doleful · melancholy · gloomy · somber · displeased · disgruntled · irritated

Categories
Opposites
facial expression

frownssmiles

Pleased facial expressions

grins · beams · smirks · laughs · chuckles

attitude/approval

frownsapproves

Formally accepts or endorses

encourages · endorses · welcomes · sanctions · blesses

Phrases
Family

frown, frowning, frowned, frowner, frowners, frown on, frown upon, frown at

Familiarity
Top 10,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G