Groan and Smiling

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Groan noun - A crying out in grief.

Usage example: when the underdogs lost the playoffs, the groans of millions of disappointed fans were heard throughout the land

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Smiling is an antonym for groan.

Nearby Words: groaned, groaning

Smiling noun - A facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement.

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Groan is an antonym for smiling.

Nearby Words: smile, smilingly, smiled

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