Basic Details
Word: Smirk
Part of Speech: Verb/Noun
Meaning: To smile in a smug or unkind way, often showing self-satisfaction or thinking you are better than others.
Synonyms: Grin, sneer, simper
Antonyms: Frown, pout, scowl
Idioms and Phrases
- Smirk and swagger: To behave arrogantly or with overconfidence. Example: "He walked into the room with a smirk and swagger, confident he would win."
- Wear a smirk: To have a smug smile on your face, often indicating you feel superior. Example: "After winning the game, she wore a smirk that made the other team feel bad."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He couldn't help but smirk when he saw his rival trip over his own feet.
Example 2: The teacher gave a smirk when he saw the students struggling with the tricky math question.
Example 3: She tried to hide her smirk when she heard her friend's amusing story about a mishap at school.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "smirk" comes from the early 19th century, originally used to describe a type of smile that suggests you are feeling better than someone else?
Famous Quote
"A smirk is a smile thats a disguise for something else." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "smirk" mean?
a) A sad expression
b) A type of cheerful laugh
c) A smug or unkind smile
d) A frown
Answer: c) A smug or unkind smile
2. Which of these is a synonym of "smirk"?
a) Grin
b) Cry
c) Yawn
d) Laugh
Answer: a) Grin
3. Which is an antonym of "smirk"?
a) Smile
b) Frown
c) Wink
d) Grin
Answer: b) Frown
4. Which sentence uses "smirk" correctly?
a) She smirked when she missed the bus.
b) He smirked at his classmate's success.
c) They smirked when they heard their favourite song.
d) The cat smirked when it played with the ball.
Answer: b) He smirked at his classmate's success.
5. What does it mean to "wear a smirk"?
a) To be angry
b) To act in a humble way
c) To have a smug smile
d) To laugh out loud
Answer: c) To have a smug smile
