Smug
(adjective)
- Having or showing a complacent sense of self-satisfaction.
- Having an excessive pride in one's own abilities, appearance, etc.
Origin:
The word 'smug' originated from the middle english word 'smogen', which means 'to look self-satisfied or pleased with oneself.'.
Examples:
- He looked smug when he told us he had gotten the promotion.
- Her smug attitude made everyone in the room dislike her.
- The smug look on his face was all the evidence I needed.
- His smug grin was almost more than I could bear.
- She gave a smug smile and walked away, satisfied with herself.