English Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition simpering in British English

simpering adjective

adjective
/ˈsɪmpərɪŋ/
1

trying to be friendly and pleasant in a way that appears silly and not sincere

Example

She spoke in a simpering tone.

Synonyms and related words
Definition simpering in British English