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sneer


1. To show contempt by turning up the nose, or by a particular facial expression.

2. To inssinuate contempt by a covert expression; to speak derisively. "I could be content to be a little sneared at." (Pope)

3. To show mirth awkwardly.

The verb to sneer implies to cast contempt indirectly or by covert expressions. To jeer is stronger, and denotes the use of several sarcastic reflections. To scoff is stronger still, implying the use of insolent mockery and derision.

Synonym: To scoff, gibe, jeer.

Origin: OE. Sneren, Dan. Snrre to snarl or grin (like a dog); cf. Prov. E. Sneer to grin, sner to snort, snert to sneer at. See Snore.

Source: Websters Dictionary