To invite frowns or disapproval from others; to displease people or draw criticism (idiomatic).
あの発言は不用意で、すぐに顰蹙を買ってしまった。
That remark was careless and immediately drew disapproval.
非常識な行動をすると、会社で顰蹙を買うことになる。
If you behave inconsiderately, you'll end up being frowned upon at work.
売り場で大声で文句を言うと、周りの客の顰蹙を買うよ。
If you loudly complain in the store, you'll draw the customers' disapproval.