What does beetle-browed mean?
Beetle-browed means (especially British English) Making an unfriendly, sullen, or scowling face..
Beetle-browed
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(especially British English) Making an unfriendly, sullen, or scowling face..
Definitions by Sense
- (especially British English) Making an unfriendly, sullen, or scowling face.
- (especially American English) Having thick, large, or projecting eyebrows.
Example Sentences
Calling this beetle-browed disdainful young person, hair hanging in her face, jaws chewing pecan pie with mechanical precision, honey!
Synonyms for beetle-browed
Antonyms for beetle-browed
Related Words
Word Forms
- more beetle-browed
- most beetle-browed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for beetle-browed?
Common synonyms include scowling, unfriendly.
What is the opposite of beetle-browed?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use beetle-browed in a sentence?
Calling this beetle-browed disdainful young person, hair hanging in her face, jaws chewing pecan pie with mechanical precision, honey!
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