SMIRKED Meaning and
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Smirked is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "smirk." The term smirked is typically used to describe a facial expression characterized by a confident, self-satisfied, and often smug or contemptuous smile. It generally involves a slight, often mocking, lifting of the corners of the mouth.
When someone smirks, their facial expression tends to convey a sense of self-assurance, superiority, or amusement, often at the expense of others. The smirk is often accompanied by a glint in the eyes, a raised eyebrow, or other subtle facial cues that suggest their inner satisfaction or mocking attitude.
The act of smirking can be deliberate or unconscious, depending on the situation and the individual's intentions. It may be used to assert dominance, display skepticism or disbelief, or simply to provoke or taunt others. Smirking is often associated with a certain level of arrogance and is commonly perceived as an unsympathetic, haughty, or disdainful behavior.
In summary, to smirk is to wear a self-satisfied, often mocking smile that conveys a sense of confidence and sometimes contempt. The term is used to describe a specific type of facial expression that might be used to express superiority or amusement, often at the expense of others.
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Etymology of SMIRKED
The word "smirked" is derived from the Middle English term "smirken" which dates back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "smeorcin" or "smeorcian", meaning "to smile or laugh in a sly or smug manner". The exact origin of the Old English root is uncertain, but it is possibly related to the Germanic word "smierkjan" or the Old Norse word "smjúga", both of which indicate a similar meaning of smiling or smirking.
Conjugate verb Smirked
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