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