1. smiling in a silly, affected, or coy manner
Usage: often disapproving

1. present participle of simper; smiling in a silly or affected way
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• She gave a simpering smile when complimented on her dress.
• The actress was criticized for her simpering performance in the romantic comedy.
• He found her simpering laugh annoying during the meeting.
• The politician’s simpering responses failed to convince the voters.
• She was simpering at every joke he told, even the unfunny ones.
• His simpering manner made it hard to take him seriously.
• The character’s simpering behavior was meant to show her insecurity.