smugger; smuggest
disapproving
: having or showing the annoying quality of people who feel very pleased or satisfied with their abilities, achievements, etc.
It's OK to celebrate your success, but try not to be too smug about it.
You can wipe that smug look off your face.
a smug smile/expression
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“Smug.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/smug. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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