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UK//smʌɡ.nəs//US//smʌɡ.nəs//

Significato di Smugness

A feeling or belief that one is superior to others.

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

Smugness in una frase

  • 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.

Come usare Smugness

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.

Parole correlate

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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Domande frequenti su "Smugness"

Cosa significa "Smugness"?

A feeling of being better than others.

Qual è la definizione di "Smugness"?

A feeling or belief that one is superior to others.

Come si usa "Smugness" in una frase?

Her smugness was evident after she received the award.

Puoi fare un altro esempio di "Smugness"?

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

Quali sono i sinonimi di "Smugness"?

Alcune alternative comuni sono self-satisfaction, complacency, smugness, arrogance, conceit.

Quali parole si abbinano a "Smugness"?

Si abbina spesso a display smugness, feel smugness, exude smugness, smugness about achievements, smugness in victory.

Quali sono gli errori comuni con "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.

Come si pronuncia "Smugness"?

US: //smʌɡ.nəs//, UK: //smʌɡ.nəs//. Ascolta l'audio qui sopra per sentire la pronuncia madrelingua.

Quando dovrei usare "Smugness"?

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