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Definition of simper

simper

/ˈsɪm.pɚ/
sim · per
Adverb:simperingly
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Plural:simpers
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Adjective:simpering
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Past Simple:simpered
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Past Participle:simpered
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Present Participle:simpering
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• verb

1

To smile in an affectedly coy, silly, or self-conscious manner.

Example

"The flatterer continued to simper whenever the wealthy patron spoke."

2

To utter or say something with an affected, coy, or silly smile.

Example

"He began to simper a series of insincere apologies when confronted with his mistake."

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• noun

1

An affected, coy, or self-consciously silly smile or expression.

Example

"She greeted the visiting dignitaries with an awkward simper rather than a genuine smile."

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• Rhymes for simper

• Nearby Words

simon
simp
simpatico
simper
simpering
simple
simplehearted

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the mid-16th century, likely of Germanic or Scandinavian origin and cognate with older Danish and German dialectal words meaning to be coy or affected.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Simper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/simper
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