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smug Synonyms

Another word for smug

Choosing another word for smug depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements; irritatingly self-satisfied.

Usage Example

"He had a self-satisfied smile on his face after winning the debate."

Strongest
self-satisfied
complacent
Strong
conceited
self-righteous
arrogant
superior
priggish
sanctimonious

• adjective (Context 2)

(archaic) Trim, neat, or spruce in appearance.

Usage Example

"The merchant stepped out of his shop looking clean and trim in his newly pressed coat."

Strongest
trim
spruce
Strong
neat
dapper
smart

Opposites of smug

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

humble
modest
unassuming
untidy
slovenly
unkempt
diffident
self-effacing
See all opposites of smug

• Nearby Words

smudgeless
smudging
smudgy
smug
smuggle
smuggler
smugly

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