sneer
/snɪə/ · /snɪr/
CEFR level C2Topic SocietyWord #7289 in the learning path
讥笑；嘲讽
Definitions
v. show disrespect through an unkind smile or remark
讥笑；嘲讽
n. an unkind expression or remark showing disrespect
讥笑；嘲讽的表情
Example
Don't sneer at someone for asking a simple question.
不要因为别人问了一个简单的问题就嘲笑对方。
When colleagues sneer at unfamiliar ideas, employees may become less willing to suggest innovative solutions.
当同事嘲讽陌生的想法时，员工可能会更不愿提出创新的解决方案。
Collocations
- sneer at someone
- a contemptuous sneer
- with a sneer
Word family
- sneering (adj.)
- sneeringly (adv.)
Synonyms
- mock
- scoff
Usage tip
常用sneer at；表示轻蔑，不是普通微笑。
FAQ
- What does sneer mean?
- show disrespect through an unkind smile or remark an unkind expression or remark showing disrespect
- How is sneer pronounced?
- UK /snɪə/, US /snɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
