simper
/ˈsɪmpə/
Meanings
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Verb
To smile in a simple, naive, or insincere way.
Pronunciation
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/ˈsɪmpɚ/
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Variants
List of all variants of simper that leads to same resultsimper , simpered , simperer , simperers , simpering , simpers
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French simperer, to smile, from simper, smile.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'simper' is often used in literature to describe characters who use insincere smiles to manipulate or deceive others.
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In the world of ballet, a 'simper' is a particular type of facial expression used by ballerinas to convey emotion and expression through their dance.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Insincere smile: A simper is an insincere or affected smile, often used to hide feelings of disdain or contempt.
How to Memorize "simper"
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visualize
- Visualize the sound 'sim-per' as a simple, naive smile.
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associate
- Associate the word 'simper' with the image of a naive or insincere smile.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Simple Insincere Mimic Perpetually' to remember the meaning of 'simper'.
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