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smug

adjective
/smʌɡ/

Meaning

having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements

Example Sentences

He wore a smug smile after winning the debate.

Example Expressions

smug look

Synonyms

self-satisfied, conceited, arrogant, complacent, proud

Antonyms

humble, modest, self-effacing

Collocations

smug face, smug smile, smug expression

Related Vocabularies

showy, strikingly bold or colorful; confident and lively
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feeling or showing remorse or guilt
Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.
Fallen into disrepair or ruin due to neglect or age.

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