smerk

/sɛrmɑr/

Definitions

1. noun

a smirking or self-satisfied expression, especially on the face of a person, especially a child, who has done something mischievous or naughty

“The toddler’s smerk was a dead giveaway that he had pulled the cat’s tail.”

Synonyms

  • grin
  • smirk

Antonyms

  • frown
  • scowl