sneer
🇺🇸
/snɪr/
🇬🇧
/snɪə(r)/
verb
R
to express contempt or disrespect by a facial expression or tone of voice
He sneered at the idea, showing he thought it was not worth considering.
noun
R
a facial expression or tone of voice that shows contempt or disrespect
The sneer in his voice was unmistakable, making it clear he didn't approve.
translation
to express contempt or disrespect by a facial expression or tone of voice
a facial expression or tone of voice that shows contempt or disrespect
Word Forms
3rd Present
sneers
Past
sneered
Perfect
sneered
Progressive
sneering
Plural
sneers