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simpering adjective [ ˈsɪmpərɪŋ ]

• affectedly coy or ingratiating.
• "she is clearly not a simpering female who can be pushed around"

simper verb

• smile in an affectedly coy or ingratiating manner.
• "she simpered, looking pleased with herself"
Similar: smile affectedly, smile coquettishly, giggle, titter, smirk, look coy,
Origin: mid 16th century: of unknown origin; compare with German zimpfer ‘elegant, delicate’.

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