smug
What does the smug emoji mean?
The ultimate expression of self-satisfied superiority and playful mischief.
This emoji features the classic 'smug' face, a staple in anime and internet culture used to convey a sense of knowing superiority or playful condescension. It is frequently used in Discord and Slack to react to clever comebacks, inside jokes, or when someone is clearly proud of a mischievous act. The 'uwu' style mouth combined with half-lidded eyes makes it an iconic choice for lighthearted banter.
When to use it
- Reacting to a clever or witty comeback
- Showing off a successful mischievous prank
- Expressing playful superiority in a conversation
- Trolling friends with a knowing look
Also known as:
:supersmug:
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How to add this emoji
Add to Discord
- Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
- Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
- Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
- Download the smug image.
- Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
- Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
- Download the smug image.
- Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
- Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
- Download the smug image.
- Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
- Upload the file and give it a name.
