very smug

Frequency: 8.019.4 per million words

To a high degree of self-satisfaction.

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Examples (10)

  • He looked very smug after winning the debate.
  • She had a very smug expression on her face when she heard the news.
  • Don't be so very smug about your recent promotion.
  • The winner gave a very smug smile to the cameras.
  • It’s hard not to feel very smug when you are proven right.
  • The politician sounded very smug during the television interview.
  • They were very smug about their expensive new car.
  • He was very smug when he saw his rival finally fail.
  • The team felt very smug after their crushing victory.
  • She seemed very smug about her perfect test results.