Scowl and Sneer

Scowl

Scowl noun - A twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval.
Usage example: the man across the street never seems to wear anything but a scowl
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Synonyms for Scowl

Sneer and scowl are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sneer" instead the word "Scowl" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: scowling, scowled

Sneer

Sneer noun - A facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls.

Scowl and sneer are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Scowl" instead the word "Sneer" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: sneering, sneered

How words are described

similar similar scowl similar sneer
usual usual scowl usual sneer
perpetual perpetual scowl perpetual sneer
permanent permanent scowl permanent sneer
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