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smirky Antonyms

Opposite of smirky

Pinning down the opposite of smirky requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Characterized by or having a smug, conceited, or silly smile.

Usage Example

"He had a earnest expression on his face after winning the debate."

Strong
earnest
sincere
humble
modest
solemn

Similar words to smirky

Words similar to smirky shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

smug
self-satisfied
sneering
supercilious
gloating
complacent
See all synonyms of smirky

• Nearby Words

smilingly
smirk
smirker
smirky
smite
smithereen
smitten

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Smirky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/smirky
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