1
as in grimace
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval
that storekeeper's face seems to be in a permanent pout
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2
as in sulk
pouts plural
a state of resentful silence or irritability
she stayed in the pouts all day
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as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
her lips pouted as she glared at him silently
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Recent Examples of pout
Yii-Jan Lin, The Conversation, 11 Apr. 2025
For her go-to date night look, Hailey used the usual Rhode lineup—the Glazing Milk and Barrier Butter for a flawless base, the brand new Pocket Blush shade for a pinky flush, and the Peptide Lip Shape for the perfect pout.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 12 Mar. 2025
Catherine Santino, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Rather than pout, Fields insisted on drawing on the positives during his one-year stint in Pittsburgh last season and use them to fuel him on the next step of what has been an up-and-down NFL journey.
—Dennis Waszak Jr., Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
This includes not only cartoon characters and plush dolls, but also clothing and even speech, such as talking with a pout or in a childlike voice.
—Yii-Jan Lin, The Conversation, 11 Apr. 2025
For her go-to date night look, Hailey used the usual Rhode lineup—the Glazing Milk and Barrier Butter for a flawless base, the brand new Pocket Blush shade for a pinky flush, and the Peptide Lip Shape for the perfect pout.
—Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 12 Mar. 2025
Verb
In the snap, Stewart pouts her lips for the selfie while wearing a silky brown top.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Rather than pout, Fields insisted on drawing on the positives during his one-year stint in Pittsburgh last season and use them to fuel him on the next step of what has been an up-and-down NFL journey.
—Dennis Waszak Jr., Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pout
Noun
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Monday’s developments were greeted with grimace around town.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
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Monday’s developments were greeted with grimace around town.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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However, once Biden handed off the Democratic nomination to Newsom’s longtime friend, fellow Willie Brown protégé and political stablemate Kamala Harris, the California governor seemed to disappear into a long sulk.—
Thomas Elias,
Mercury News,
7 May 2025
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Chalamet sulks and talks out of the side of his mouth, picking from a grab bag of accents that vary with each scene—all of which are far more reedy and cartoonish than Dylan actually sounded in his younger days.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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But in May 2023, while out for a run, the New Hampshire native noticed something strange: a large bump protruding from her abdomen.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Today, there’s no reason for the Padres to be scowling.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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The image, which shows Trump scowling to the camera for his booking shot at the Fulton County Jail in Atlanta, has become a symbol.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Shuffling feet, frowns or darting eyes signal discomfort and anxiety.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Below are some of the stocks JPMorgan frowns on: Vaccine maker Novavax is rated underweight by JPMorgan analysts.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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There are outdoor tables to accommodate guests with pets or service animals.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Protect your little ones and furry friends: Never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially during hot weather when car interiors can become dangerously hot in a matter of minutes.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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During that same April 5 episode, Weekend Update’s Colin Jost poked fun at the singer in a bit about the economy.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
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The contest did not last long as Edwards poked Muhammad in the eye 18 seconds into the second round.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Verb
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But hey, whatever, Craig isn’t moping his way through life.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2025
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After around two years of development, the first electric moped out of the company's stable is making its way to the public.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Pout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pout. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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