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Vocabulary Entry
smug
|adjective • verb • noun
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A
adjective
Having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements.
Example Sentences
"He wore a smug smile after winning the competition."
"Her smug attitude made it difficult for others to enjoy the celebration."
"The smug celebrity ignored the criticism from the media."
V
verb
To show or feel self-satisfaction or pride.
Example Sentences
"She smugged at her rival's failure."
"He couldn't help but smug when he received the award."
"They smugged over their latest success without considering others."
N
noun
A self-satisfied or complacent person.
Example Sentences
"He is such a smug, believing he's better than everyone else."
"The team became a bunch of smuggs after their recent victories."
"Her smug showed when she bragged about her accomplishments."