Synonyms for

Smiling

Verb / ˈsmaɪlɪŋ / Another word for smiling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

showing happiness or pleasure through a smile on one's face

Synonyms & similar words

beamish twinkly smile grin grinning grinning beaming smirking

Synonyms by register

Formal

beaming radiant grinning

Informal

grinning beaming chipper happy-go-lucky

Literary

effulgent luminous radiant

Antonyms

frowning scowling glum sad mournful weeping crying

Common collocations

  • smiling face
  • smiling broadly
  • smiling sweetly
  • smiling back
  • smiling through tears
  • smiling widely
  • smiling gently

Word family

noun smile
verb smile
adjective smiling
adverb smilingly

Usage note

While 'smiling' often implies happiness, it can also be used to describe a polite or forced expression. Be mindful of context to convey the intended emotion.

Example sentences

  1. She was smiling at her friends.
  2. The little girl was smiling from ear to ear.
  3. He was smiling broadly when he won the race.
  4. The baby was smiling happily at her mother.
  5. The bride was smiling radiantly on her wedding day.

Quotes

  • A smile is the universal welcome.
  • A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside.
  • A smile is happiness you'll find right under your nose.

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