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SIMP-uh/ˈsɪmpə/

To simper is to smile in a silly, affected, or self-conscious way: a simper in the lobby, simper at a vote. Smile (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a lobby grin is not a named chair.

Meaning

To smile in a silly, affected, or self-conscious way (from smile, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A simper in the lobby is not a named vote.”
• “Smile is already in this course. Grin is already in this course. A lobby scene is a vibe. A named vote is a file. Minute the name; then keep the smile if the resolution still stands.”

Good to know

Smile in a silly, affected way. Everyday: smile (already in the dictionary). A grin ≠ a named vote.

Near in meaning

smirk, grin, affected smile

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