First Known Use: before 12th century
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smirk
verb \ˈsmərk\
: to smile in an unpleasant way because you are pleased with yourself, glad about someone else's trouble, etc.
Full Definition of SMIRK
intransitive verb
: to smile in an affected or smug manner : simper
transitive verb
: to say or express with a smirk
— smirk noun
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Origin of SMIRK
Middle English, from Old English smearcian to smile; akin to Old English smerian to laugh
SMIRK Defined for Kids
smirk
verb \ˈsmərk\
smirkedsmirk·ing
Definition of SMIRK for Kids
: to smile in an insincere manner
— smirk noun
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