Smiling Spelling: The Power of Positive Words Smiling spelling refers to the practice of using positive and uplifting words in our daily lives. It is the intentional choice of words that create a cheerful and optimistic atmosphere in our conversations, written communication, and even our thoughts. This concept recognizes the power that words hold over our emotions and the impact they can have on ourselves and those around us. When we use positive words, it not only conveys a sense of happiness and optimism but also helps to build stronger relationships and create a supportive environment. Positive words have the ability to uplift, inspire, and motivate others. They can bring comfort, encouragement, and joy, while also creating a sense of trust and openness.

Smiling spelling

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They can bring comfort, encouragement, and joy, while also creating a sense of trust and openness. The practice of smiling spelling goes beyond simply using positive words; it also involves being mindful of the tone and intent behind our words. It is about speaking and writing with kindness, empathy, and respect.

Middle English Dictionary Entry

smīlen v.

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Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)

(a) To assume an expression of amusement or pleasure, smile; ~ at (of) , smile at (sth.), be pleased or amused by (sth.); (b) to assume a pleasant, kindly expression; wear a smile; ~ among , exchange smiles; ~ on (toward) , smile at (sb.); ppl. smilinge , smiling; also, of facial expression: pleasant; (c) to assume or wear an expression of ironic amusement or satisfaction, usu. because of secret knowledge; ~ in myself (upon himself) , smile to myself (himself); ~ stille , smile to oneself; (d) to assume an expression of disbelief, scorn, or deception; (e) of Fortune: to look with favor, be favorable; also, seem favorable; ~ on (upon); falsli ~ ; (f) of the sea: to be peaceful; of wine: be smooth.

Associated quotations

• c1380 Firumb.(1) (Ashm 33) 452 : Wan O[lyuer] hym haueþ al itold, Fyrumbras gan to smyle.
• (c1390) Chaucer CT.Rv. (Manly-Rickert) A.4046 : This millere smyled of hir nycetee.
• a1425(c1385) Chaucer TC (Benson-Robinson) 2.1639 : To smylen of this gan tho Troilus.
• c1430(c1386) Chaucer LGW (Benson-Robinson) 2123 : This lady smyleth at his stedefastnesse And at his hertely wordes and his chere.
• c1450(c1386) Chaucer LGW Prol.(1) (Benson-Robinson) 498 : The god of Love gan smyle, and than he sayde, [etc.].
• a1500(?a1390) Mirk Fest. (GoughETop 4) 173/15 : Þis pope..sayde, 'Take here Godis body,' And þen she smylut.
• a1500(?a1390) Mirk Fest. (GoughETop 4) 173/17 : Why smyleste þou?
• a1500 Wars Alex. (Dub 213) 2725 : When he lukyd ouer þe lynes, he smyllys [Ashm: laȝes] at hys wordes.
• c1540(?a1400) Destr.Troy (Htrn 388) 8096 : A gloue of þat gay gate he belyue..Hit pleaside hir priuely, playntyde he noght..slymyt [read: smylyt] þerat.

• a1375(1335-1361) WPal. (KC 13) 991 : Meliors ful mekliche to þat mayde carped, and seide ful soburli, smyland a litel, [etc.].
• (a1393) Gower CA (Frf 3) 4.388 : With a goodly lok sche [statue] smyleth.
• (a1393) Gower CA (Frf 3) 8.2684 : With sobre chier among thei smyle, For laghtre was ther non on hyh.
• a1400(c1303) Mannyng HS (Hrl 1701) 3507 : Þere one haþ smylyng semelaunt And behetyþ þe to holde cunnaunt, kepe þe þan fro losengrye.
• a1400 Cursor (Trin-C R.3.8) 11509 : He..Ful swetely wiþ smylyng chere Bihelde þo ȝiftes riche & dere.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 1.1452 : Þe kyng..goodly gan to smyle Toward Iason.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 5.3002 : She kepte hir clos a while And ful sadly gan on hym to smyle.
• a1425 HBk.GDei (Hnt HM 148) 83/16 : Thynke how swethly þe childe one þaim smyllede.
• c1425(c1400) Ld.Troy (LdMisc 595) 250 : Pelleus..spak to him with faire semblaund, With louely chere and speche smyland.
• c1475(?c1425) Avow.Arth. (Tay 9:French&Hale) 777 : Bawdewyn smylit and on him logh.
• ?c1450 St.Cuth. (Eg 3309) 395 : Þe bischop him beheld and smiled, 'What sees þou, my dere childe?'
• a1500(c1477) Norton OAlch. (Add 10302) 998 : Dalton made devowte prayers & stille; with smylyng chere he seid, 'now do your wille.'
• a1500 Alex.-Cassamus (Cmb Ff.1.6) 312 : Thanne ganne she here dresse, smylyng wommanly.

• (a1393) Gower CA (Frf 3) 2.1404 : Allee wiste wel ynowh, Wherof somdiel smylende he lowh.
• (a1393) Gower CA (Frf 3) 5.3012 : Achilles..upon himself to smyle Began.
• (a1393) Gower CA (Frf 3) 8.2958 : In my self y gan to smyle, Thenkende uppon the bedis blake.
• (c1395) Chaucer CT.Fri. (Manly-Rickert) D.1446 : This yeman gan a litel for to smyle.
• (c1395) Chaucer CT.WB. (Manly-Rickert) D.1086 : His olde wyf lay smylyng euere mo.
• a1400(a1325) Cursor (Vsp A.3) 12254 : Iesus..said, and þar-wit can he smile, 'A commament nu mak i here.'
• a1425(c1385) Chaucer TC (Benson-Robinson) 2.505 : Pandarus a litel gan to smyle And seyde, 'By my trouthe, I shal yow telle.'
• a1425(c1385) Chaucer TC (Benson-Robinson) 5.1457 : Cassandre..gan first smyle and seyde, 'O brother deere, [etc.].'
• (1461) Paston 1.391 : The Kyng..smylyd and seyd þat suche a bylle there was.
• a1500(?a1400) KEdw.& S. (Cmb Ff.5.48) 55 : Þen loogh oure Kyng and smyled stille, 'Þou onsweris me not at my will.'
• a1500 Degrev. (Cmb Ff.1.6) 820 : Whan he syȝthe ful sare, Þe mayden gan smyle.

• a1400(a1325) Cursor (Vsp A.3) 2730,2731 : 'Þou sal haue barn in litel quile; thar þe noght in hethyng smylle'..'for soth, smild i noght.'
• ?a1400(a1338) Mannyng Chron.Pt.2 (Petyt 511) p.185 : Philip held him stille & bigan to smyle; Men sais þat comes of ille, & þinkyng som gile.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 2.6966 : Dyamedes þo be-gan to smyle..'Bettre it were swiche wordes leue, And to wys counseil take bettre hede.'
• a1425(c1385) Chaucer TC (Benson-Robinson) 1.194 : Troilus..wolde smyle and holden it folye.
• a1425(c1385) Chaucer TC (Benson-Robinson) 1.329 : Hymself to wrye, at hem he gan to smyle.
• a1425(?a1400) RRose (Htrn 409) 1056 : Bifore the folk hem to bigilen, These losengeris hem preyse and smylen.
• a1425 PPl.A(1) (UC 45) 5.93 : Smyle [Trin-C: And of his lesing I lauȝe..Ac of his wynnyng I wepe].
• a1450 St.Kath.(3) (Richardson 44) 28 : The mayden smyled a lytel with hir mouth and seyde..'al ȝour disputing is in errour.'
• c1450 Lychefelde Comp.G. (Lamb 853) 379 : Summe at me mowis, summe at me smylis, And counten me but a kynde caitif.
• c1475(c1450) Idley Instr. (Cmb Ee.4.37) 2.A.2691 : Chepmen..loke full sobirlie and inward do smyle, With subtilte wordis to selle her cheffare.
• a1500(?c1450) Florence (Cmb Ff.2.38) 1788 : He at them can smyle..On eyther parte was gyle.
• a1500(a1460) Towneley Pl. (Hnt HM 1) 29/215 : With gam & with gyle I shall smyte and smyle And qwite hym his mede.

• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 2.24 : Sche [Fortune]..can blere a mannys eye And hym be-gyle..Ful falsly smyle & make hym þe mowe.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 2.4256 : Fortune falsly gan to smyle Vp-on Troyans & bad hem be merye.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 3.2004 : In a man is nat commendable, Ȝif Fortune..smyle on hym with a plesaunt chere..Ȝif he refuse his hap of wilfulnes.
• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 5.633 : Fortune..sodeinly change can her face, Smyle a-forn & mowen at þe bak.
• a1425(?a1400) RRose (Htrn 409) 4355 : Fortune..whilom wol on folk smyle, And glowmbe on hem another while.

• c1425(a1420) Lydg. TB (Aug A.4) 5.616 : Þe se..Al-be þat it be blandyssinge a while, Þe dredful calm, þouȝ it be smoþe & smile, Þer is no trust þat it will long abide.
• (?1440) Palladius (DukeH d.2) 11.390 : A man may..To [read: So] trete a stordy wyn that hit shal smyle, And of a rough drynker be cleer and best.

How to Pronounce smiling?

Correct pronunciation for the word "smiling" is [smˈa͡ɪlɪŋ], [smˈa‍ɪlɪŋ], [s_m_ˈaɪ_l_ɪ_ŋ].

By adopting this approach, we can improve our communication skills and create more meaningful connections with others. Not only does smiling spelling benefit those around us, but it also has a profound effect on our own well-being. When we use positive words, our thoughts become more optimistic, and our overall outlook on life improves. Positive words have the power to reframe challenges and setbacks, allowing us to see them as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles. Practicing smiling spelling can be as simple as implementing small changes in our everyday language. Instead of using negative or critical words, we can choose words that inspire hope, appreciation, and gratitude. By consciously incorporating positive words into our vocabulary, we can create a ripple effect of positivity that not only uplifts ourselves but also those we interact with. In conclusion, smiling spelling is a powerful tool that can transform our conversations, written communication, and mindset. By using positive words, we can create a more uplifting and supportive environment around us. The practice of smiling spelling not only benefits others but also improves our own well-being. Therefore, let us choose our words carefully, and may our smiles shine through every written letter and spoken word..

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