Word Explorer

Sneer

/snɪə̯/

A facial expression where one slightly raises one corner of the upper lip, generally indicating scorn.

📖 Definitions of "Sneer"

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.

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

Translate “Sneer” into Another Language

Pick a language — the word will be pre-filled in the translator.