smiling
Translation
smiling
Examples
She has a smiling face.
She has a smiling face.
The smiling child waved at us.
The smiling child waved at us.
Grammar Patterns
a smiling ((noun)) describes a noun that is smiling a smiling baby
Similar Words
Synonyms: cheerful, happy, beaming. Antonyms: frowning, sad, scowling.
Etymology
From the verb 'smile' + the '-ing' suffix, used to form a participle or adjective.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending often indicates an ongoing action. So, 'smiling' describes someone who is currently smiling.