grimace
nounUK /ˈɡrɪm.əs/
US /ˈɡrɪm.əs/
A funny or unhappy look on your face that shows you do not like something.
She made a grimace when she tasted the sour lemon.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To twist your face to show pain, disgust, or dislike.
He grimaced as the doctor cleaned the cut on his knee.
3. A twisted expression of pain or effort.
A grimace of effort crossed her face as she lifted the heavy box.
4. To smile in an awkward or forced way.
She grimaced a polite smile at the boring joke.