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scowl

Definition

  • verb: to look at someone or something in a way that shows anger or disapproval
  • verb: to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
  • synonyms: lower

Examples

  • The teacher 'scowled' [='glowered'] at me when I walked in late.

  • She 'scowled' [='frowned'] in response to his question.

  • The teacher gave me a 'scowl' when I walked in late.

Movie quotes

  • (..) This new adventure is keeping him pretty busy. I rest my case. Now, for a few well place withering scowls. I guess all I really want to say is thank you. You know. Through all these confusion you stayed... (..)
    2015 Inside Out