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sneer

The correct spelling is sneer.

How to pronounce sneer

/snɪə̯/
noun

IPA: /snɪə̯/

Say it like: Snee-r

The correct spelling is sneer. A facial expression where one slightly raises one corner of the upper lip, generally indicating scorn. For example: ""Now here's someone who should attend privilege workshops," sneered she."

Usage Examples

"Now here's someone who should attend privilege workshops," sneered she.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A facial expression where one slightly raises one corner of the upper lip, generally indicating scorn.
  2. 2.A display of contempt; scorn.

verb

  1. 1.To raise a corner of the upper lip slightly, especially in scorn
  2. 2.To utter with a grimace or contemptuous expression; to say sneeringly.

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