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smiling vs grin

grin vs smiling

smiling and grin both are nouns.

smiling is an adjective but grin is not an adjective.

smiling is not a verb while grin is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
smiling Yes Yes No No
grin Yes No Yes No
As nouns, smiling and grin are synonyms defined as:
  • smiling and grin: a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
Other synonyms of smiling include grinning, smile.
smiling (noun) grin (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
smiling (adjective) grin (adjective)
smiling with happiness or optimism
smiling (verb) grin (verb)
to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl
Difference between smiling and grin

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