What is the comparative form of “smuggest”?
The comparative form of “smuggest” is “smugger”.Example
He became smugger as he received more praise for his work.
Example
She was smugger than her colleagues after winning the award.
What is the superlative form of “smuggest”?
The superlative form of “smuggest” is “smuggest”.Example
Among all the contestants, he was the smuggest of them all.
Example
She is known for being the smuggest person in the office.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with smug, smugger, and smuggest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more smug' and 'most smug' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, smugger and smuggest are the correct and preferred forms to use.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
Smug does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Smug → Smugger Superlative: Smug → Smuggest
Expressions with similar meanings to “smugger”
more self-satisfied
Used to describe someone who is even more pleased with themselves
Example
He grew even more self-satisfied as he achieved greater success.
Example
She became more conceited after being promoted to a higher position.
Used to indicate someone who is even more content and satisfied with their achievements
Example
He became more complacent as he reached his goals.
Expressions with similar meanings to “smuggest”
most self-satisfied
Similar to smuggest, this emphasizes someone who is extremely pleased with themselves
Example
He is the most self-satisfied person I know.
Example
She is the most conceited person in the room.
Indicating the highest level of contentment and satisfaction with one's achievements
Example
He is the most complacent individual I have ever met.
Using than with comparative “smugger”
When using the comparative form smugger to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is smugger than his brother." Here, than is used to show that the level of 'his' smugness is greater than the level of his brother's smugness.
How can I use this expression in context?
“smugger” and “smuggest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Achievements
He became even smugger after winning the award.
He became even smugger after winning the award.
- 2Interactions
She always acts smugger than everyone else in the office.
She always acts smugger than everyone else in the office.
- 3Success
His promotion made him feel even smugger about his abilities.
His promotion made him feel even smugger about his abilities.
- 4Competitions
He was declared the smuggest contestant in the talent show.
He was declared the smuggest contestant in the talent show.
- 5Personality Traits
Her constant bragging makes her the smuggest person I know.
Her constant bragging makes her the smuggest person I know.
Related idioms and phrases
Proud as a peacock
To be excessively proud or boastful about one's achievements or appearance.
Example
He strutted around, proud as a peacock, after winning the competition.
Look down one's nose at
To regard someone or something with a feeling of superiority or disdain.
Example
She looked down her nose at anyone who didn't share her taste in music.
High and mighty
To act or behave in a superior or arrogant manner.
Example
He always acts high and mighty around his subordinates.
