smirk
|smirk|
B2
🇺🇸
/smɜrk/
🇬🇧
/smɜːk/
smug smile
Etymology
Etymology Information
'smirk' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'smercian,' where 'smerc-' meant 'to smile.'
Historical Evolution
'smercian' changed from Old English word 'smercian' and eventually became the modern English word 'smirk'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to smile,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to smile smugly or conceitedly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40