Smiling smugly refers to a facial expression that conveys a sense of self-satisfaction or superiority, often in response to a situation where one feels justified or has outsmarted someone else. This type of smile can appear condescending, as it implies that the person believes they are better or more knowledgeable than others. It typically evokes a mix of annoyance and disdain from those on the receiving end. Overall, a smug smile reflects a level of arrogance or pride in one's achievements or opinions.
Smugly is an adverb.
She crossed her arms and smiled smugly, knowing she had won the argument.
She smugly said, "So where is your boyfriend?"
She is a very smugly person.
She glared at him smugly and muttered an answer.
You won the race ,so wipe that smugly look off your face.
Close Together
its hard but yes
Snugly Ugly
not satasfied
smugly, snugly, snuggly
Synonms fround antonym sad