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sim·per
simper
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- pronunciation:
- sIm
pr
- parts of speech:
- intransitive verb, transitive verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
inflections: |
simpers, simpering, simpered |
definition: |
to smile in a silly or affected manner.
It's sickening how he simpers in the presence of these bigwigs. |
related words: |
smile |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
definition: |
to express with a silly or affected smile.
She simpered her gratitude. |
related words: |
mince, smile |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition: |
a foolish or affected smile.
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derivation: |
simperingly (adv.) |
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