scowl
1 synonym and 1 antonym for scowl, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An angry or sullen frown.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
2. verb
To frown in an angry, displeased, or threatening way.
“She scowled at the interruption.”
Opposites
How to use scowl
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
scowl at someone
a deep scowl
wear a scowl
Etymology
From Middle English scoulen, likely borrowed from a Scandinavian source related to Danish and Norwegian words meaning \"to scowl.\"
Full origin of scowl →Frequently asked questions
What does “scowl” mean?
The word “scowl” means an angry or sullen frown. In plain terms, to pull an angry or sullen face, or the face itself.
How do you pronounce “scowl”?
“Scowl” is pronounced skowl (/skaʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “scowl” in a sentence?
Here is “scowl” used in a sentence: “He greeted the news with a deep scowl.”
What part of speech is “scowl”?
Depending on how it is used, “scowl” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “scowl” come from?
The word “scowl” comes from Middle English. From Middle English scoulen, likely borrowed from a Scandinavian source related to Danish and Norwegian words meaning \"to scowl.\".
How many meanings does “scowl” have?
“Scowl” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an angry or sullen frown.
