FROWN (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

frown (on or upon)

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Definition of frown (on or upon)

as in to dislike

to hold an unfavorable opinion of a usage that is frowned upon by some grammarians

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Beyond questions of due process, Kelly also challenged the administration's assertion that its actions were based on professional journalistic standards rather than coverage the president dislikes.

— Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026
An employee who dislikes their manager may lament having to see them in person.

— Christos Makridis, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2026

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frown (on or upon)

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