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Scowing: meaning, definitions and examples

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scowing

 

[ skaʊl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

disapproval expression

Scowling is a facial expression that involves a furrowed brow and pursed lips, typically indicating displeasure or discontent. It is often used as a nonverbal way to communicate dissatisfaction or anger. People may scowl at others in response to comments or situations they find irritating. This expression can vary in intensity, from a slight frown to a more pronounced grimace.

Synonyms

frown, glower, grimace, scowl

Examples of usage

  • She scowled at the rude remark.
  • He couldn't help but scowl when he saw the mess.
  • The teacher scowled at the students for talking during the lecture.

Translations

Translations of the word "scowing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 olhar severo

🇮🇳 घृणित दृष्टि

🇩🇪 verächtlicher Blick

🇮🇩 tatapan menghina

🇺🇦 погляд зневаги

🇵🇱 pohardliwy wzrok

🇯🇵 冷たい視線

🇫🇷 regard méprisant

🇪🇸 mirada despectiva

🇹🇷 aşağılayıcı bakış

🇰🇷 경멸의 시선

🇸🇦 نظرة احتقار

🇨🇿 pohrdavý pohled

🇸🇰 pohŕdajúci pohľad

🇨🇳 鄙视的目光

🇸🇮 prezirljiv pogled

🇮🇸 fyrirbæra sjón

🇰🇿 кемсіту көзқарас

🇬🇪 ზიზღით სავსე მზერა

🇦🇿 təhqir edici baxış

🇲🇽 mirada despectiva

Etymology

The word 'scowl' has its origins in the early 16th century, likely derived from the Middle English word 'scolen,' which means to frown or to wrinkle the brow. The term may also have connections to the Old Norse word 'skúfr,' meaning 'to scold,' reflecting the relationship between facial expressions and expressions of discontent or disapproval. Over the years, 'scowling' has evolved in usage, becoming a common descriptor of a displeased facial expression in various contexts, from literature to everyday conversation. It captures the essence of a nonverbal communication that expresses emotions, often seen in contexts of anger, annoyance, or disapproval.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,616, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.