Frown upon

verb

To not approve or agree with something.

Smoking is largely frowned upon in public places nowadays.

Often appears as...

frown upon it
frown upon that

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

To not approve or agree with something.

Smoking is largely frowned upon in public places nowadays.

Often appears as...

frown upon it
frown upon that

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Subtle negativity

Expresses mild disapproval or a negative attitude without being harsh.

John's decision to drop out of college was frowned upon by his relatives.

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Cultural Sensitivity

What is frowned upon can vary widely between different cultures and societies.

Wearing shoes inside the house is frowned upon in many Asian cultures.

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Not Overtly Offensive

The phrase is polite and indicates disapproval without causing offence.

Interrupting someone while they are speaking is generally frowned upon.

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Subtle negativity

Expresses mild disapproval or a negative attitude without being harsh.

John's decision to drop out of college was frowned upon by his relatives.

Pro Tip 2/3

Cultural Sensitivity

What is frowned upon can vary widely between different cultures and societies.

Wearing shoes inside the house is frowned upon in many Asian cultures.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not Overtly Offensive

The phrase is polite and indicates disapproval without causing offence.

Interrupting someone while they are speaking is generally frowned upon.

Pro Tip 1/3

Subtle negativity

Expresses mild disapproval or a negative attitude without being harsh.

John's decision to drop out of college was frowned upon by his relatives.

Pro Tip 2/3

Cultural Sensitivity

What is frowned upon can vary widely between different cultures and societies.

Wearing shoes inside the house is frowned upon in many Asian cultures.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not Overtly Offensive

The phrase is polite and indicates disapproval without causing offence.

Interrupting someone while they are speaking is generally frowned upon.

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