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SMIRKING Synonyms

There are 8 synonyms of the word smirking. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word smirking. (close relations)
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grinning
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

• a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

self-satisfied
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction

• contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions

smug
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction

sneering
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• expressive of contempt

wry
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• humorously sarcastic or mocking

• bent to one side

smirky
adjectiveadj
adjective

• Smirking, or as if smirking

• Smart; spruce.

snickering
verb, adjectivev, adj
noun

• a disrespectful laugh

verb

• laugh quietly

simper
verbv
noun

• a silly self-conscious smile

verb

• smile affectedly or derisively

Best Hypernyms For SMIRKING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for smirking, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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smile grin grinning smiling

Alternatives for GRINNING

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