Simpering

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪmpərɪŋ/

Definitions of simpering

verb to smile or speak in a way that is insincere or excessive

Example Sentences

A1 She was simpering at the cute puppy.

A2 The actor was simpering in front of the camera.

B1 The politician simpered to gain favor with the voters.

B2 She simpered as she accepted the award, trying to appear humble.

C1 The salesperson simpered as she tried to convince the customer to make a purchase.

C2 His simpering smile did not fool anyone; they knew he was up to something.

adjective having a silly or affected smile

Example Sentences

A1 She gave him a simpering smile as he walked by.

A2 The simpering girl was always trying to get attention from the boys.

B1 I couldn't stand her simpering attitude towards our boss.

B2 The actress's simpering portrayal of the character was criticized by the critics.

C1 His simpering behavior at the meeting was seen as insincere by his colleagues.

C2 The politician's simpering demeanor during the debate did not impress the audience.

Examples of simpering in a Sentence

formal She couldn't stand his constant simpering whenever he was around her.

informal Stop simpering and just be yourself!

slang I can't believe she's still simpering over that guy.

figurative His simpering attitude towards authority figures never fails to annoy me.

Grammatical Forms of simpering

past tense

simpered

plural

simpers

comparative

more simpering

superlative

most simpering

present tense

simper

future tense

will simper

perfect tense

have simpered

continuous tense

is simpering

singular

simper

positive degree

simpering

infinitive

to simper

gerund

simpering

participle

simpering

Origin and Evolution of simpering

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'simpering' originated from the Middle English word 'simperen' which meant to smile in a silly, self-conscious way.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'simpering' has evolved to describe someone who smiles or laughs in a way that is seen as insincere, affected, or coy.