Word adjective · noun
smiling
adj. · n.
US /ˈsmaɪɫɪŋ/ UK /smˈaɪlɪŋ/ smil·ing
Definition
- 01 A1 Beginner
adj.describing someone who has a happy expression on their face.
adj.characterised by a smile; used to describe a person's appearance or facial expression.
Simple“The smiling children ran toward the ice cream truck.”
In context“The photograph captured a smiling crowd, their faces illuminated by the warm glow of the setting sun during the festival.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.the action of making a smile.
n.the act or instance of expressing pleasure or amusement through a facial expression.
Simple“Smiling is a great way to show people that you are friendly.”
In context“The therapist noted that the patient's frequent smiling seemed to be a defensive mechanism rather than a genuine expression of joy.”
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Level A1 · Beginner
Frequency Common
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