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smirkingly

/ˈsmɜːrkɪŋli/ adverb · British & US
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What does smirkingly mean?

adverb

In a smirking manner; with a smirking expression. Used to describe something done with a self-satisfied or contemptuous smile.

Example

"He walked smirkingly into the room, confident in his own superiority."

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