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smugly Definition and Meaning in English (smugly definition)

adverb
Synonyms:complacentlyself-satisfiedlyconceitedly
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Smugly definition: In a manner that expresses excessive self-satisfaction or superiority, often in an annoying way.

Definitions of Smugly

  1. 1adverb

    In a manner that expresses excessive self-satisfaction or superiority, often in an annoying way.

Example Sentences

“He smiled smugly after winning the game.”

“She answered smugly, confident in her knowledge.”

Synonyms

complacentlyself-satisfiedlyconceitedlyarrogantly

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nounsmugness
adjectivesmug

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Smugly definition: In a manner that expresses excessive self-satisfaction or superiority, often in an annoying way.
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'Smugly' translates to 'smugly' in English. Smugly definition: In a manner that expresses excessive self-satisfaction or superiority, often in an annoying way.
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