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Meaning of Grimaced
The primary meaning of the word "Grimaced" is to twist or distort one's face in a particular way, often to express disgust, pain, or displeasure.
Etymology of Grimaced
The word "Grimaced" originates from the Old French word "grimace", which is derived from the Old Italian word "grimazzo", meaning "a ugly face" or "a distorted face".
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a facial expression that is twisted or distorted, often to convey strong emotions.
Synonyms
scowled
frowned
made a face
contorted
distorted
twisted
screwed up
wrinkled
puckered
convulsed
contracted
spasmed
winced
flinched
recoiled
shuddered
shrank
shriveled
squinted
glared
sneered
snarled
growled
grumbled
Frowned
displeased
dissatisfied
disapproving
unhappy
uncomfortable
pained
distressed
agonized
tortured
suffering
afflicted
grieved
mournful
dismal
gloomy
glum
sullen
morose
sulky
peevish
irritable
cross
petulant
vexed
annoyed
irritated
exasperated
infuriated
enraged
incensed
offended
displeased
dissatisfied
disapproving
unhappy
uncomfortable
pained
distressed
agonized
tortured
suffering
afflicted
grieved
mournful
dismal
gloomy
glum
sullen
morose
sulky
peevish
irritable
cross
petulant
vexed
annoyed
irritated
exasperated
infuriated
enraged
incensed
offended
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "Grimaced" as a verb that means to twist or distort one's face, typically in a particular way, to express disgust, pain, or displeasure.
- It can also refer to a facial expression that is twisted or distorted, often to convey strong emotions such as disgust, pain, or displeasure.
Usage Examples
- She grimaced in pain as the nurse gave her the injection.
- He grimaced at the taste of the bitter medicine.
- The athlete grimaced as she fell to the ground, clutching her injured ankle.
- The child grimaced at the sight of the broccoli on his plate.
Antonyms
smiled
laughed
grinned
beamed
glowed
radiated
shone
sparkled
twinkled
gleamed
dazzled
delighted
pleased
satisfied
happy
content
joyful
cheerful
jubilant
elated
ecstatic
thrilled
overjoyed
enchanted
captivated
fascinated
spellbound
entranced
beguiled
charmed
allured
attracted
drawn
tantalized
tempted
lured
seduced
wooed
won
gained
achieved
succeeded
triumphant
victorious
proud
proud
proud