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smirk Synonyms

Another word for smirk

Choosing another word for smirk depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A smug, conceited, or silly smile.

Usage Example

"He had a self-satisfied sneer on his face after winning the argument."

Strong
sneer
simper
leering
grin

• verb (Context 2)

To smile in an irritatingly smug, conceited, or silly way.

Usage Example

"She couldn't help but sneer when her rival's overly ambitious plan failed."

Strong
sneer
simper
leer
grin
Weak
gloat

Opposites of smirk

The opposite of smirk shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

scowl
frown
glower
glare
grimace
See all opposites of smirk

• Nearby Words

smiley
smiling
smilingly
smirk
smirker
smirky
smishing

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Smirk. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/smirk
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