Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smug-grin

Noun

/smʌɡ ɡrɪn/

Definition

A smile that shows excessive satisfaction or pride in oneself, often in a way that can be perceived as annoying or irritating to others.

Examples

After winning the debate, she wore a smug grin that made her opponents roll their eyes.
He couldn’t help but flash a smug grin when he outsmarted his rival in the game.
The smug grin on his face suggested he was not taking the situation seriously.

Meaning

A smug grin indicates a person’s sense of self-satisfaction or superiority, conveying that they are pleased with themselves, especially in a context that might not be appropriate or respectful of others’ feelings.