The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word TABOO which also is the latest solution we found used in LA Times in 2025.
Frowned upon crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| TABOO | 100 % | 5 |
Why may TABOO be the right solution?
"TABOO" means something that is frowned upon or considered unacceptable by society. In this case, the answer "TABOO" fits the clue "Frowned upon" as it directly relates to something that is not approved of or considered inappropriate.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Frowned upon
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- frown upon
- disapproval
- disapproved
- disapproving
- disapprovingly
- frowning
- scowled
- frown on
- disapprobation
- scowls
- disliked
- prohibited
Crossword Answer definitions
TABOO noun- An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
- (in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.
- To mark as taboo.
- To ban.
- To avoid.
- Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
- Culturally forbidden.
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