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frowned

The correct spelling is frowned.

How to pronounce frowned

verb

IPA: /fɹaʊnd/

Say it like: Fro-wne-d

The correct spelling is frowned. To have a frown on one's face. For example: "She frowned when I told her the news."

Usage Examples

She frowned when I told her the news.

Noisy gossip in the library is frowned upon.

Let us frown the impudent fellow into silence.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To have a frown on one's face.
  2. 2.To manifest displeasure or disapprobation; to look with disfavour or threateningly.
  3. 3.To repress or repel by expressing displeasure or disapproval; to rebuke with a look.
  4. 4.To communicate by frowning.

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