Synonyms of sneer

Noun


1. sneer, leer, contempt, scorn

usage: a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls

2. sneer, contempt, scorn

usage: a contemptuous or scornful remark

Verb


1. sneer, express, show, evince

usage: express through a scornful smile; "she sneered her contempt"

2. sneer, smile

usage: smile contemptuously; "she sneered at her little sister's efforts to play the song on the piano"

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Definition and meaning of sneer (Dictionary)