Definition of Smiling

1. Noun. A facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement.

Exact synonyms: Grin, Grinning, Smile
Generic synonyms: Facial Expression, Facial Gesture
Specialized synonyms: Simper, Smirk
Derivative terms: Grin, Grin, Smile, Smile, Smile

2. Adjective. Smiling with happiness or optimism. "A round red twinkly Santa Claus"
Exact synonyms: Beamish, Twinkly
Similar to: Cheerful
Derivative terms: Twinkle

Definition of Smiling

1. smile [v] - See also: smile

Medical Definition of Smiling

1. A facial expression which may denote feelings of pleasure, affection, amusement, etc. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Smiling

smile
smile
smiled
Smiledon
Smiledon californicus
smileful
smileless
smiler
smilers
smiles
smilet
smilets
smiley
smileys
smiling (current term)
smiling (current term)
smiling(a)
smilingly
smilings
smilo
smilodon
smilodon
smilodons
smilo grass
sminthurid
smir
smirch
smirched
smirches
smirching

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