simperer

/ˈsɪmpərər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who simpers; a person who speaks or behaves in a silly, affectedly sentimental, or annoyingly sweet manner

“The simperer at the party tried to win everyone over with her insincere charm.”

2. verb

To speak or behave in a silly, affectedly sentimental, or annoyingly sweet manner

“She simpered her way through the interview, but the interviewer wasn’t fooled.”

Synonyms

  • dandy
  • flutterer
  • sweetheart

Antonyms

  • blunt
  • coarse