Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smug

Adjective
/smʌɡ/
Definition
Having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements.
Examples
  • He had a smug smile after winning the competition.
  • Her smug attitude made it hard for others to be around her.
  • He felt smug about finishing the project ahead of schedule.
Meaning
Feeling excessively satisfied or self-satisfied, often in a way that annoys others.
Synonyms
  • Complacent
  • Pompous
  • Self-satisfied
  • Arrogant
  • Conceited