Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forced-smile
noun
/fɔrst smaɪl/
Definition
A smile that is an effort or a display rather than a genuine expression of happiness.
Examples
- She greeted him with a forced smile, masking her true feelings of disappointment.
- During the meeting, he wore a forced smile to hide his irritation with the situation.
- Although she tried to appear cheerful with a forced smile, her eyes told a different story.
Meaning
A forced smile often arises from social obligations or discomfort, rather than true enjoyment or amusement.
Synonyms
- insincere smile
- fake smile
- phony smile
