GRE Word List

SMUG

highly self-satisfied

The meaning of the word smug is highly self-satisfied.

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lunarcrescent
prosceniumthe stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater
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laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
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dapperneat and trim in appearance
grumbleto mutter in discontent