smirked

Meanings

• Verb

  express a smirk or make a smirking face

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Synonyms

shit-eating grin , simper

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Variants

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smirk , smirked , smirking , smirks

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to wrinkle the nose' in Old English. The modern meaning of smirk developed in the 16th century.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'smirk' is derived from the Old English word 'smorcan', which meant 'to wrinkle the nose'.

2. A smirk can be a sign of disdain or contempt, as in the famous painting 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Vermeer.

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Related Concepts

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1. facial expression: A smirk is a type of facial expression characterized by a half-smile or a slight upturn of the lips, often accompanied by a raised eyebrow.

2. sarcasm: A smirk can be used to convey sarcasm, which is the use of irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to mock or ridicule.

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Culture

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In literature and art, a smirk can convey sarcasm, contempt, or amusement. In psychology, it can indicate insincerity or disdain.

How to Memorize "smirked"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize making a smirking face by slightly raising the corners of your lips and raising one eyebrow.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'smirk' with the image of a person making a smirking face.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the mnemonic 'Sneaky Marmots Keep Laughing' to help remember the spelling and meaning of 'smirk'.

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