smooth operator

noun

informal

: someone who is relaxed, confident, and pleasant in a way that may be intended to deceive people

Examples of smooth operator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Though usually a very smooth operator, Latif has bungled the latest job for his handler Mike (Laith Nakli). — Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2026

That's enough to be a smooth operator with almost all your tasks, especially casual browser activity. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026

Wright is a smooth operator in coverage and has aggressive eyes, promising ball skills and toughness in all phases. — Lia Griffin, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026

Coel gets her moments to assert her character, a smooth operator who masks a surprising sentimental streak. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for smooth operator

• accelerator
• accumulator
• adjudicator
• administrator
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• conciliator
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