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(Entry 1 of 2)

as in scowling, glaring

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frowning

verb
present participle of frown

Synonyms & Antonyms of frowning (Entry 2 of 2)

to look with anger or disapproval
  • the boss just stood there and frowned at his assistant who, once again, was in trouble

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frowned (on or upon)

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frowning (at or on)

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“Frowning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frowning. Accessed 28 Nov. 2021.

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