Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wear-a-smile

idiom
/wɛr ə smaɪl/
Definition
To display a cheerful or happy expression on one’s face.
Examples
  • Despite the challenges she faced, she always tried to wear a smile.
  • He walked into the room wearing a smile that brightened everyone’s day.
  • It’s amazing how wearing a smile can make you feel more positive.
Meaning
The phrase ‘wear a smile’ suggests that a person should visibly express happiness or friendliness through their facial expressions, often to uplift their own mood or that of others.
Synonyms
  • grin
  • beam
  • smile broadly
  • light up
  • show happiness