I. ˈsmərk, ˈsmə̄k, ˈsməik intransitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Middle English smirken, from Old English smearcian to smile; akin to Old English smerian to laugh at — more at smile
: to smile in an affected or conceited manner : smile with affected complaisance : simper
II. ˈsmərk adjective
dialect chiefly Britain : pleasantly neat and trim : agreeable
III. ˈsmərk, ˈsmə̄k, ˈsməik noun
( -s )
: an affected smile : simper
the solemnity of the ceremony was broken by smirks, whispered jokes, and repressed titters — Robert Graves