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scowl


1scowl

verb \ˈskau̇(-ə)l\

Definition of SCOWL

intransitive verb
1
: to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
2
: to exhibit a threatening aspect
transitive verb
: to express with a scowl
— scowl·er noun
— scowl·ing·ly \ˈskau̇-liŋ-lē\ adverb
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Examples of SCOWL

  1. <scowled down at the misbehaving child>

Origin of SCOWL

Middle English skoulen, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Dan skule to scowl
First Known Use: 14th century

Related to SCOWL

Synonyms: glare, gloom, glower, lower (also lour), frown
Antonyms: beam, grin, smile
Related Words: gape, gaze, ogle, stare; grimace, pout, sulk; growl, snarl, sneer, snigger
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