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Meaning of smiled
The primary meaning of the word "smiled" is to express happiness or amusement by curving the corners of the mouth upwards.
Etymology of smiled
The word "smiled" originates from the Old English word "smilian", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "smiljan" and the Proto-Indo-European root "sme-" meaning "to smile" or "to laugh"
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe a facial expression characterized by an upward curving of the corners of the mouth
Synonyms
Definitions
- To curve the corners of the mouth upwards to express happiness, amusement, or friendliness
- * To regard something with pleasure or approval
- * To bestow a kind or favouring aspect on someone or something
Usage Examples
- She smiled when she saw her favourite food on the table
- * The child smiled at the clown's silly antics
- * The teacher smiled warmly at her students as they entered the classroom