süffisant
Translation
smug, self-satisfied, condescending, smirking
Examples
Er lächelte süffisant.
He smiled smugly.
Sie gab eine süffisante Antwort.
She gave a condescending answer.
Grammar Patterns
(predicative) to be smug He was visibly smug.
(attributive) a smug ... a smug smile
Similar Words
Synonyms: self-satisfied, arrogant, condescending; Antonyms: modest, humble
Etymology
From French 'suffisant', meaning 'sufficient' or 'self-satisfied'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who thinks they are more than 'sufficient' for any task, hence they are smug.