Word SMILE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

smile

🇺🇸 [smaɪl]

Meanings

A facial expression showing happiness, amusement, or approval, typically involving the upward turning of the corners of the mouth. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a pleasant or positive appearance.

Examples

• Her smile brightened up the entire room.
• He smiled at the compliment and thanked her.
• The baby gave a smile as she was picked up.

Synonyms

grin • beam • smirk

Antonyms

frown • scowl • glare