Associations to the word «Simper»

Wiktionary

SIMPER, verb. (intransitive) To smile in a foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, coy, or smug manner.
SIMPER, verb. (obsolete) To glimmer; to twinkle.
SIMPER, noun. A foolish, frivolous, self-conscious, or affected smile; a smirk.

Dictionary definition

SIMPER, noun. A silly self-conscious smile.
SIMPER, verb. Smile affectedly or derisively.

Wise words

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