Difference between Smug and Smirk

What is the difference between Smug and Smirk?

Smug as an adjective is irritatingly pleased with oneself; self-satisfied. while Smirk as a noun is an uneven crooked smile.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Irritatingly pleased with oneself; self-satisfied.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An uneven crooked smile.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To smile in a way that is affected, smug, insolent or contemptuous.

We hope you now know whether to use Smug or Smirk in your sentence.