Synonyms for
Smile
Definition
to form one's features into a pleased, kind, or amused expression, typically with the corners of the mouth turned up and the front teeth exposed
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- smile back
- smile broadly
- smile widely
- smile genuinely
- smile sweetly
- smile knowingly
- smile faintly
- smile at
Word family
Usage note
While 'smile' can be used formally, it's often associated with positive emotions. 'Grin' can sometimes imply a more mischievous or broad smile.
Example sentences
- She smiled at her mom when she brought her favorite snack.
- The baby smiled for the first time today.
- I always try to smile at strangers to make them feel welcome.
- He couldn't help but smile when he saw the cute puppy.
- Her smile lit up the room and made everyone feel happy.
Quotes
A smile is a curve that sets everything straight. - Phyllis Diller
Use your smile to change the world; don't let the world change your smile. - Chinese Proverb
A smile is the universal welcome. - Max Eastman