Synonyms for
Grin
Definition
to smile widely and show your teeth
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- grin from ear to ear
- grin and bear it
- a wide grin
- a broad grin
- grin mischievously
- grin knowingly
- grin back
Word family
Usage note
A 'grin' is a broad smile, often showing teeth, and typically conveys amusement or pleasure. It is generally informal.
Example sentences
- She couldn't help but grin when she saw the puppy.
- He grinned and waved when he saw his mom.
- The audience grinned at the funny joke.
- The little boy grinned from ear to ear when he saw the ice cream truck.
- She grinned mischievously when she saw her brother's surprised face.
Quotes
A smile starts on the lips, a grin spreads to the eyes, a chuckle comes from the belly; but a good laugh bursts forth from the soul, overflows, and bubbles all around.
A grin is a universal language.
I have a grin on my face all day long, and my cheeks hurt at the end of the day.