Definitions

smiles

VERB

put on a happy expression

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beam grin laugh smirk

STRONG

simper

WEAK

be gracious express friendliness express tenderness look amused look delighted look happy look pleased

Antonyms

WEAK

frown glower

Example Sentences

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She shared two photos of herself in a white outfit cradling her baby bump as Kaplan holds her leg and smiles at her.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

The fan in the T-shirt smiles as their image, and Plum’s, looms over the arena.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

"You've been stood around for years / Seen my smiles and touched my tears / Apple Scruffs / How I love you."

From BBC • May 11, 2026

"Two pounds will keep the kids entertained for an hour," smiles Michelle Michael, the Grand Pier's boss.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Patty’s at the desk, and she smiles at me.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler