Sneeringly

usgb/ˈsnɪrɪŋli/
adverb

In a manner that shows contempt or scorn.

He looked at me sneeringly and said I'd never succeed.
Visual representation of "sneeringly" - In a manner that shows contempt or scorn

Often appears as...

  • look sneeringly
  • laugh sneeringly

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Disapproving

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Negative Emotion

Used to express negative feelings towards a person or idea, showing low respect.

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They talked sneeringly about the new policy, disapproving its every aspect.
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Facial Expression

Often implies a physical sneer on the speaker's face, indicating mockery or disdain.

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With a sneeringly twisted lip, she mimicked his plea for help.
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Informal Speech

More common in spoken English or direct speech in writing, not in formal text.

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He sneeringly asked if I had dressed in the dark, offending me.
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