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Meaning of sneer
to express contempt or disdain
Etymology of sneer
The word "sneer" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the Old English word "snerian" and the Old Norse word "snyrga" both meaning "to mock" or "to scorn".
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a facial expression of contempt or disdain.
Synonyms
scorn
disdain
contempt
mockery
ridicule
derision
sneering
smirking
curling
lip
smirk
leer
jeer
taunt
tease
gibe
gibes
jibe
scoff
sneerful
disdainful
contemptuous
supercilious
haughty
arrogant
proud
condescending
patronizing
scornful
disdainful
contemptible
abhorrent
repugnant
repulsive
odious
hateful
detestable
despicable
abominable
execrable
loathsome
disgusting
distasteful
unpalatable
unpleasant
disagreeable
offensive
objectionable
exceptionable
insufferable
intolerable
insupportable
unsupportable
Definitions
- A facial expression of contempt or disdain, typically characterized by a slight raising of the corner of the mouth.
- * To express contempt or disdain for someone or something, typically by curling the lip or making a sneering face.
Usage Examples
- The actor's sneer as he delivered the villain's lines sent shivers down the audience's spines.
- * She couldn't help but sneer at the idea of eating at such an expensive restaurant.
- * The politician's sneer during the debate was seen as condescending and arrogant.