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Synonyms & Antonyms of smile
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
to express an emotion (as amusement) by curving the lips upward
- the soldier smiled in pleasure when he saw the giant sign welcoming him home
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2
to express scornful amusement by means of facial contortions
- smiled at their ridiculous antics and walked away in disgust
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smile
nounSynonyms & Antonyms of smile (Entry 2 of 2)
as in grin, smirk
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The first known use of smile was in the 14th century
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