simpers
Grins with affectation
Simpers is the verb simper conjugated for third-person singular present tense, or the plural noun.
To simper is to smile in an affected, coy, or self-conscious way—often suggesting false modesty or flirtation: She simpers whenever the boss walks by.
The smile itself is a simper: His simpers made her uncomfortable.
Pleased, superior smile
- giggleSoft, silly vocalization
- flutterRapid light movement
- poutSulky facial expression
- blushFacial reddening from emotion
coy · flirtatious · demure · bashful · tittering · mincing · affected · coquettish
Praise to please
- fawnYoung deer, or flatter
- grovelHumble oneself servilely
- ingratiateSeek another's approval
- coquetTrifle with romantic interest
preen · mince · posture · affectation · pretense · mannerism · simperer · attention-seeking
smirk
Pleased, superior smile
blush · coy · flirtatious · demure · bashful · tittering · mincing · affected · coquettish · kittenish
flatter
Praise to please
- fawnYoung deer, or flatter
- grovelHumble oneself servilely
- ingratiateSeek another's approval
coquet · preen · mince · posture · affectation · pretense · mannerism · simperer · attention-seeking · approval-seeking