smugly Definition
in a way that shows excessive pride or satisfaction in oneself.
Using smugly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "smugly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He smugly told everyone that he had predicted the outcome of the game.
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She smiled smugly when she heard the news.
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He looked at his opponent smugly after winning the match.
smugly Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for smugly
Summary: smugly in Brief
'Smugly' [ˈsmʌɡli] is an adverb that describes someone who is excessively proud or satisfied with themselves. It is often used to describe someone who is arrogant or conceited, as in 'He smugly told everyone that he had predicted the outcome of the game.' Other examples include 'She smiled smugly when she heard the news,' and 'He looked at his opponent smugly after winning the match.'
