noun
smirking
Smirking (noun) means the act of wearing a smug or mocking half-smile. Example: “His constant smirking made her want to slap him.”
noun
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The act of wearing a smug or mocking half-smile.
"His constant smirking made her want to slap him."
How to use smirking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of smirking at someone or something.
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- smirkings
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What does “smirking” mean?
The word “smirking” means the act of wearing a smug or mocking half-smile. In plain terms, the act of smirking at someone or something.
How do you use “smirking” in a sentence?
Here is “smirking” used in a sentence: “His constant smirking made her want to slap him.”
What part of speech is “smirking”?
“Smirking” is a noun.
What is the meaning of smirking?
"smirking" (noun) means the act of wearing a smug or mocking half-smile.
