smirk Synonyms
smirk Meaning
smirk (n)
a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure
smirk (v)
smile affectedly or derisively
smirk (v. i.)
To smile in an affected or conceited manner; to smile with affected complaisance; to simper.
smirk (n.)
A forced or affected smile; a simper.
smirk (a.)
Nice,; smart; spruce; affected; simpering.
smirk Sentence Examples
- The teacher cast a knowing smirk at the student who had just slipped up.
- The villain's smirk was cold and calculating, hinting at sinister intentions.
- The child gave her teacher a sly smirk, hoping to avoid punishment.
- The winner couldn't help but smirk at his defeated opponent.
- The receptionist's smirk was both polite and condescending, leaving the visitor feeling uneasy.
- The teenager's smirk betrayed his arrogant and dismissive attitude.
- The politician's smirk gave away his insincerity, despite his attempt to appear genuine.
- The thief flashed a quick smirk as he made his escape with the stolen goods.
- The bully's smirk was both taunting and threatening, leaving his victims feeling intimidated.
- The comedian's smirk was infectious, eliciting laughter and joy from the audience.
FAQs About the word smirk
a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure, smile affectedly or derisivelyTo smile in an affected or conceited manner; to smile with affected comp
frown, scowl, stare,grimace, pout, simper, glare, sneer,mouth, twist
applause,cheer, applause, cheer,,clapping, clapping
The teacher cast a knowing smirk at the student who had just slipped up.
The villain's smirk was cold and calculating, hinting at sinister intentions.
The child gave her teacher a sly smirk, hoping to avoid punishment.
The winner couldn't help but smirk at his defeated opponent.
