What does smiley mean?
Smiley means Cheerful and happy; smiling..
Smiley
/ˈsmaɪli/ · adjective
Meaning
Cheerful and happy; smiling..
Definitions by Sense
- Cheerful and happy; smiling.
- (slang) Having one's throat slit from side to side.
- A simplified representation of a smiling face.
- (Internet) A sequence of text characters used to represent a mood, especially :) or :-) or other depictions of smiling.
- (rare) An improvised street weapon consisting of a length of chain with padlocks and other heavy objects affixed to one end.
- (South Africa) A roasted sheep's head.
- A piercing worn in the upper frenulum (upper lip).
Example Sentences
have a smiley demeanor
a very smiley girl
How do you type the angry smiley?
Smiley/Scrumper and Frowny Smiley and scrumper are both names for a piercing of the upper frenulum that attaches the center of the lip to the gums.
Synonyms for smiley
Antonyms for smiley
Related Words
Word Forms
- smilier
- smiliest
- smilie
- smily
- smileys
- smilies
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for smiley?
Common synonyms include smiley face, emoticon.
What is the opposite of smiley?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use smiley in a sentence?
have a smiley demeanor
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