Frown On (Verb)
Meaning
Look disapprovingly upon.
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The parents frown on their children's behavior and try to correct them.
- Many people frown on smoking in public places due to its health risks.
- Societies traditionally frown on interracial marriages, but times are changing.
- The school frowns on bullying and takes strict measures against it.
- Some cultures frown on tattoos, viewing them as unacceptable forms of self-expression.