All smiles Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Positive Mood Used when someone shows happiness through their expression, especially with a big smile. After winning the game, the team was all smiles. Pro Tip 2/3Great News People are often 'all smiles' when they receive good news or experience something positive. He was all smiles when he heard he'd passed his exams. Pro Tip 3/3Inflection The phrase can imply temporary happiness, specific to a moment or occasion. She was all smiles during her birthday party.