Definition

In a way that shows displeasure or anger, often by frowning or making a grim expression.

Example

She looked at him scowlingly when he made a rude comment.

Conversation

Why was she looking at us so scowlingly?

I think she was upset about something we said.

It’s hard to tell with her; she always seems scowlingly serious.

Yeah, maybe we should just apologize to be safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scowlingly → It is formed from "scowl" (from Middle English *scoulen*, meaning to frown or grimace) and "-ingly" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word "scowlingly" means in a manner that shows displeasure or a frown.

Memory Tip

Think of someone frowning or showing displeasure ('scowl') and doing it in a certain way ('-ingly'). This helps you remember that 'scowlingly' describes how someone expresses their displeasure.

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