Simple meaning
What does Smirk mean?
Smirk means a small smile that can suggest pride or amusement.
Dictionary definition
A small smile that can suggest pride or amusement.
Example sentences
Smirk in a sentence
easy
In the story, the character used a smirk to show a feeling.
medium
Our class discussed how the word smirk describes body movement in a scene.
hard
The passage used smirk to help readers understand the character's reaction without long explanation.
Synonyms
Words like Smirk
motionmovement of the body or a body part
expressiona visible way to show a feeling or message
Antonyms
Opposite words
stillnesslittle or no movement
calmnessa steady state without visible reaction
Word family
Smirk word family
Base word
smirk
verb
smirk
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does smirk mean?
Smirk is used to describe a small smile that can suggest pride or amusement.
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