Word Meaning

sneer definition and meaning

v. i. To show contempt by turning up the nose, or by a particular facial expression.
v. i. To inssinuate contempt by a covert expression; to speak derisively.
v. i. To show mirth awkwardly.
v. t. To utter with a grimace or contemptuous expression; to utter with a sneer; to say sneeringly; as, to sneer fulsome lies at a person.
v. t. To treat with sneers; to affect or move by sneers.
n. The act of sneering.
n. A smile, grin, or contortion of the face, indicative of contempt; an indirect expression or insinuation of contempt.

Crossword clues for sneer

- Contemptuous look
- Express contempt
- Jeering remark
- Mocking smile
- Scornful expression
- Show contempt
- Smile derisively when giving directions to queen
- Snide aside