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frown Antonyms
Opposite of frown
Because the opposite of frown shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A facial expression in which the eyebrows are brought together and the forehead is wrinkled, typically indicating displeasure, sadness, or intense concentration.
Usage Example
"A deep smile creased her forehead as she tried to decipher the handwriting on the old letter."
Strongest
smile
grin
Strong
beam
• verb (Context 2)
To furrow one's brow and draw the eyebrows together in an expression indicating displeasure, sadness, or deep concentration.
Usage Example
"He frowned at the puzzling instructions before attempting to assemble the bookshelf."
Strongest
smile
grin
beam
• verb (Context 3)
To regard something with disapproval or distaste (usually followed by 'on' or 'upon').
Usage Example
"Speaking loudly on a mobile phone is strongly frowned upon in the university library."
Strongest
approve
endorse
Strong
welcome
encourage
condone
favor
countenance
Similar words to frown
Words similar to frown shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
disapprove
scowl
glower
dislike
discourage
deprecate
look down on
grimace
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Frown. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/frown