Smiling and Smirk

Smiling

Smiling noun - A facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement.
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Synonyms for Smiling

Smirk and smiling are semantically related. in put on a happy expression topic. In some cases you can use "Smirk" instead a verb "Smiling".

Nearby Words: smile, smilingly, smiled

Smirk

Smirk noun - A smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure.
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Synonyms for Smirk

Smiling and smirk are semantically related. You can use "Smiling" instead a noun "Smirk".

Nearby Words: smirked, smirking
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