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UK//smʌɡ.nəs//US//smʌɡ.nəs//

Bedeutung von Smugness

A feeling or belief that one is superior to others.

In simple words: A feeling of being better than others.

Smugness in einem Satz

  • Her smugness was evident after she received the award.
  • He couldn't hide his smugness when he flaunted his new car.
  • The team's smugness after winning was off-putting to the rival players.
  • She rolled her eyes at his smugness during the conversation.
  • Smugness often alienates others, making them feel inferior.

Wie man Smugness verwendet

Often used to describe attitudes or behaviors perceived as arrogant. Not generally used in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'smug' as someone with a self-satisfied grin.

Verwandte Wörter

Collocations with Smugness

  • display smugness
  • feel smugness
  • exude smugness
  • smugness about achievements
  • smugness in victory

Synonyms for Smugness

  • self-satisfaction
  • complacency
  • smugness
  • arrogance
  • conceit

Common mistakes with Smugness

  • Confused with 'humility' - mixing up self-satisfaction and modesty.
  • Using the word in overly formal situations - it feels more casual.
  • Assuming the noun can describe a positive trait - it's generally negative.

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Häufige Fragen zu "Smugness"

Was bedeutet "Smugness"?

A feeling of being better than others.

Was ist die Definition von "Smugness"?

A feeling or belief that one is superior to others.

Wie verwendet man "Smugness" in einem Satz?

Her smugness was evident after she received the award.

Kannst du ein weiteres Beispiel für "Smugness" geben?

He couldn't hide his smugness when he flaunted his new car.

Was sind Synonyme für "Smugness"?

Gängige Alternativen sind self-satisfaction, complacency, smugness, arrogance, conceit.

Welche Wörter passen zu "Smugness"?

Es wird oft mit display smugness, feel smugness, exude smugness, smugness about achievements, smugness in victory kombiniert.

Was sind häufige Fehler bei "Smugness"?

Confused with 'humility' - mixing up self-satisfaction and modesty. Using the word in overly formal situations - it feels more casual. Assuming the noun can describe a positive trait - it's generally negative.

Wie spricht man "Smugness" aus?

US: //smʌɡ.nəs//, UK: //smʌɡ.nəs//. Hör dir das Audio oben an, um die Aussprache von Muttersprachlern zu hören.

Wann sollte ich "Smugness" verwenden?

Often used to describe attitudes or behaviors perceived as arrogant. Not generally used in formal contexts.