grin
Meaning
To grin is to display a wide, often exaggerated smile that typically conveys amusement, pleasure, or a sense of mischievousness; it may also suggest a lack of sincerity or an ulterior motive, particularly in contexts where the emotional state is incongrue
💡 While "grin" generally connotes positivity, it can also imply insincerity or mockery, particularly in contexts where the expression contrasts with the underlying emotions.
Example Sentences
Common Phrases
grin broadly
grin with delight
forced grin
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