Definition of Smarm
Smarm
smarm
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(verb)
(informal British) language, manner, or behavior that is smug, insincerely earnest, or flattering;
e.g. Most people found his obnoxious grin and his smarm to be very annoying.
(verb)
(informal British) to speak or behave in a smug, insincere, or flattering way in order to seek someone's approval or favor;
e.g. We watched her smarm up to the boss in an attempt to gain a promotion.
(verb)
(informal) to smooth down or slick back one's hair using a wet or slippery substance such as water, gel, or oil;
e.g. He reached up to smarm his hair back from his face.
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