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smile vs smiling

smiling vs smile

smile and smiling both are nouns.

smile is not an adjective while smiling is an adjective.

smile is a verb but smiling is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
smile Yes No Yes No
smiling Yes Yes No No
As nouns, smile and smiling are synonyms defined as:
  • smile and smiling: a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
Other synonyms of smile include grin, grinning.
smile (noun) smiling (noun)
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
smile (adjective) smiling (adjective)
smiling with happiness or optimism
smile (verb) smiling (verb)
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
express with a smile
Difference between smile and smiling

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