GRE Word List

SMIRK

to smile in a smug or condescending way

The meaning of the word smirk is to smile in a smug or condescending way.

Random words

WordMeaning
alludeto make indirect reference
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
fallibleliable to be erroneous
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain