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Meaning of forced smile
A forced smile refers to a smile that is not spontaneous or genuine, but rather one that is deliberately and often uncomfortably expressed.
Etymology of forced smile
The term "forced smile" is a combination of the words "forced" and "smile".
"Forced" comes from the Old French word "fors", meaning "strength" or "power", and the Latin word "fortis", meaning "strong".
"Smile" comes from the Old English word "smilian", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "smiljan", and the Proto-Indo-European root "smei-", which meant "to laugh" or "to smile".
Synonyms
fake smile
strained smile
artificial smile
pretended smile
feigned smile
insincere smile
compulsory smile
obligatory smile
perfunctory smile
uneasy smile
nervous smile
tense smile
awkward smile
forced grin
artificial grin
pretended grin
feigned grin
compulsory grin
obligatory grin
perfunctory grin
uneasy grin
nervous grin
tense grin
awkward grin
simulated smile
mock smile
false smile
affected smile
contrived smile
stiff smile
rigid smile
wooden smile
Definitions
- A smile that is not spontaneous or genuine, but rather one that is deliberately and often uncomfortably expressed.
- * A smile that is insincere or artificial, often used to hide one's true feelings or to conform to social expectations.
Usage Examples
- She put on a forced smile to hide her disappointment at not getting the job.
- * He gave a forced smile as he accepted the award, but it was clear he was not pleased.
- * The children exchanged forced smiles as they posed for the family photo.
Antonyms
genuine smile
natural smile
spontaneous smile
sincere smile
warm smile
friendly smile
cheerful smile
happy smile
joyful smile
heartfelt smile
authentic smile
real smile
true smile
unfeigned smile
unaffected smile
easy smile
relaxed smile
calm smile
peaceful smile