smug face
Look of superiority
A smug face is an expression of self-satisfied superiority—the look someone wears when they've been proven right or gotten away with something.
The slight smile, raised eyebrows, or knowing look conveys quiet triumph: She had that smug face after winning the argument.
Often used critically to describe someone who seems too pleased with themselves.
- smirkPleased, superior smile
- shit-eating grinAnnoyingly smug expression
- grinBroad, toothy smile
- cat that got the creamSmugly pleased with oneself
- self-satisfiedSmugly pleased with oneself
I told you so · arrogant · conceited · holier than thou · superior · better than you · knowing · condescending · looking down · haughty · sly · pompous · sneer · prideful · vain · pleased · gloating · cocky