Definition

More inclined to smirk or smile in a smug or self-satisfied way than someone or something else.

Example

He had a smirkier expression than his friend when they won the game.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how he smiled during the meeting?

Yeah, it was a bit smirkier than usual, wasn’t it?

I wonder what he was thinking at that moment.

Probably something mischievous, knowing him!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Smirkier → It is formed from "smirk" (from Middle English *smerke*, meaning a sly or smug smile) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "smirkier" means more inclined to smirk or display a smug smile.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is smiling in a sly or smug way ('smirk') and remember that 'smirkier' means someone who smiles that way even more.

Visually Confused Words