Wordle Answer for October 21, 2023
SMIRK was the Wordle answer for October 21, 2023. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
SMIRK
What smirk means
A self-satisfied or contemptuous smile that suggests arrogance, superiority, or concealed amusement.
Where the word comes from
From Middle English smirken, possibly related to Old Norse smirka meaning to smile or smirk. The exact origin is uncertain, but it may derive from Proto-Germanic roots connected to smiling or grimacing. The word entered English around the 15th century with the sense of a conceited or affected smile, and has maintained that connotation of self-satisfied amusement ever since.
Hints for October 21, 2023
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Synonyms of smirk
- simper
- grin
- smile
- sneer
- smile-smirk
- smirkfest
- shit-eating grin
- scowl
Used in a sentence
She couldn't help but _____ when her rival tripped over nothing during the presentation.
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