pout
7 synonyms for pout, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To push out one's lips, usually to show displeasure or to look sulky or flirtatious.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To push out one's lips, usually to show displeasure or to look sulky or flirtatious.
“The toddler pouted when told it was bedtime.”
2. noun
A facial expression made by pushing out the lips.
“He couldn't say no to her pout.”
How to use pout
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pout one's lips
sulk and pout
Etymology
From Middle English pouten, probably borrowed from a Scandinavian word related to being "puffed out" or swollen.
Full origin of pout →Frequently asked questions
What does “pout” mean?
The word “pout” means to push out one's lips, usually to show displeasure or to look sulky or flirtatious. In plain terms, to stick out your lips to show you're sulking, unhappy, or being playfully flirtatious.
How do you pronounce “pout”?
“Pout” is pronounced powt (/paʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “pout” in a sentence?
Here is “pout” used in a sentence: “The toddler pouted when told it was bedtime.”
What is another word for “pout”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pout” include moue.
What part of speech is “pout”?
Depending on how it is used, “pout” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “pout” come from?
The word “pout” comes from Middle English. From Middle English pouten, probably borrowed from a Scandinavian word related to being "puffed out" or swollen.
How many meanings does “pout” have?
“Pout” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to push out one's lips, usually to show displeasure or to look sulky or flirtatious.
