Synonyms for smile

Synonyms for (noun) smile

Synonyms: smile, smiling, grin, grinning

Definition: a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

Similar words: facial expression, facial gesture

Definition: a gesture executed with the facial muscles


Synonyms for (verb) smile

Synonyms: smile

Definition: change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

Similar words: grimace, make a face, pull a face

Definition: contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state

Usage: He grimaced when he saw the amount of homework he had to do


Synonyms: smile

Definition: express with a smile

Usage: She smiled her thanks

Similar words: show, evince, express

Definition: give expression to

Usage: She showed her disappointment


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