Gloat and Smirk

Gloat

Gloat verb - Dwell on with satisfaction.
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Synonyms for Gloat

Smirk and gloat are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smirk" instead the word "Gloat" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Word: gloating

Smirk

Smirk verb - Smile affectedly or derisively.
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Synonyms for Smirk

Gloat and smirk are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gloat" instead the word "Smirk" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: smirked, smirking

Common collocations

bit gloat bit smirk bit
little gloat little smirk little
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