Frowning

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Frowning

Frowning (/ˈfraʊnɪŋ/) is a facial expression in which the eyebrows are brought together, and the forehead is wrinkled, usually indicating displeasure, sadness or worry, or less often confusion or concentration.

Etymology

The term 'frown' comes from the Old French word 'froignier', which means 'to frown or scowl'. It was first used in English in the 14th century.

Related Terms

  • Facial expression: A form of non-verbal communication, facial expressions are the movements of the face that convey emotional states.
  • Scowl: A type of facial expression that indicates displeasure or anger.
  • Grimace: A facial expression often caused by pain or disgust.
  • Smile: The opposite of a frown, a smile is a facial expression indicating pleasure, sociability, happiness, or amusement.

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