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Meaning of pout
to express discontent or displeasure, typically in a sulky or sulky manner
Etymology of pout
The word "pout" has its origins in the early 16th century, derived from the Old French word "pouter", which means "to make a swelling or bulge", likely related to the physical act of thrusting out one's lips
Historically, the word has been used to describe a facial expression characterized by a protrusion of the lips, often accompanied by a sulky or displeased demeanor
Synonyms
sulk
scowl
frown
pucker
gloom
glower
lower
look down
be downcast
be glum
be sulky
be morose
be sullen
be cross
be petulant
be peevish
be irritable
be cranky
be grouchy
be grumpy
be surly
be sulky
be moody
be brooding
be melancholy
be dismal
be gloomy
be dismal
be somber
be serious
be stern
be austere
be severe
be grim
be glum
be dour
be sour
be disgruntled
be displeased
be dissatisfied
Definitions
- to thrust out one's lips in an expression of discontent or sulkiness
- * to look or feel sulky or displeased
Usage Examples
- She began to pout when her mother refused to buy her the toy she wanted
- * He pouted for hours after losing the game, refusing to talk to anyone
- * The child pouted and crossed her arms, clearly unhappy with the situation
Antonyms
smile
grin
laugh
cheer
rejoice
delight
please
satisfy
gratify
thrill
exhilarate
elate
uplift
inspire
hearten
buoy
brighten
lighten
gladden
console
comfort
soothe
calm
placate
appease
mollify
pacify
assuage
alleviate
mitigate
allay
beaming
radiant
jubilant
ecstatic
euphoric
thrilled
overjoyed
delighted