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smug

/smʌɡ/

Intermediate

Self-satisfied

📚 Meanings

adjective
  • 1.

    Having or showing an excessive satisfaction with oneself or one's achievements, often with a sense of superiority over others.

    "He gave a smug smile after winning the game."

  • 2.

    Full of self-admiration and self-satisfaction, often in an arrogant or boastful way.

    "She had a smug expression on her face, knowing she was right."

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I can't stand his smug attitude; he always acts like he's better than everyone else.

I can't stand his smug attitude; he always acts like he's better than everyone else.

Don't be so smug just because you got the highest score. It's not a good look.

Don't be so smug just because you got the highest score. It's not a good look.

The politician's smug remarks about his opponents drew criticism from the public.

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