smirk

Definition

  • verb: to smile in an unpleasant way because you are pleased with yourself, glad about someone else's trouble, etc.
  • verb: to smile in an affected or smug manner
  • often + 'at'
  • synonyms: simper, nice,, smart

Examples

  • He had a big 'smirk' on his face when he told me the news.

  • She 'smirked at' the thought of how this would hurt him.

  • She tried not to 'smirk' when they announced the winner.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, yeah. I heard the story. You arrested some Chinese government guys... ...at the border carrying some light sockets or something. I can't wait to wipe that fucking smirk off of your face. Wouldn't you rather wipe my ass for me? There are certain parts of my job that (..)
    2006 The Departed