Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smirk
verb
/smɜːrk/
Definition
A smug, conceited, or silly smile.
Examples
- She couldn’t help but smirk after answering the question correctly.
- He gave a smirk that made everyone uneasy.
- When she saw her opponent stumble, a smirk appeared on her face.
Meaning
To smirk means to smile in a way that shows you are pleased with yourself, often because you have done something considered clever or that you feel superior to others.
Synonyms
- grin
- smile
- snicker
- sneer
- beam
