smirk

Definition of smirk

Verbs

smile affectedly or derisively
Synonyms:
simper
Types:
fleer
to smirk contemptuously
Type of:
smile
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

Nouns

a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure
Type of:
grin, grinning, smile, smiling
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

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Words that contain smirk

smirker