smug
word
/ˈsməɡ/
/smˈʌɡ/
Definition
Looking very pleased with yourself, in a way that annoys other people or seems too self-satisfied.
Usage & Nuances
Usually negative; implies someone feels superior or shows off their success. Common with 'smug smile', 'smug look', or 'smug expression'. Not a compliment; can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Spanish: engreído - presumidoPortuguese (BR): presunçoso - convencidoPortuguese (PT): presunçoso - convencidoChinese (Simplified): 自鸣得意的 - 沾沾自喜的Chinese (Traditional): 自鳴得意的 - 沾沾自喜的Hindi: अत्यधिक आत्मसंतुष्टArabic: مغرور (بإفراط) - راضٍ عن نفسه بشكل زائدBengali: আত্মতুষ্টRussian: самодовольныйJapanese: うぬぼれた - 得意げなVietnamese: tự mãn - ra vẻ đắc ýKorean: 우쭐대는 - 잘난 체하는Turkish: kibirli - kendini beğenmişUrdu: بے حد خود پسندی - غرور سے بھراIndonesian: sombong - puas diri
Example Sentences
He had a smug look after winning the game.
basic
Don't be so smug about your grades.
basic
She gave me a smug smile when I made a mistake.
basic
He sounded so smug when he explained how easy the test was for him.
natural
You don't have to be smug just because you got promoted.
natural
I tried not to look too smug when I found the answer before everyone else.
natural