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Sniffy

/ˈsnɪfi/ · adjective

Meaning

Disdainful; haughty..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Disdainful; haughty.
  2. Characterised by sniffing.

Example Sentences

some regard Hanks with a sniffy attitude, seeing his middlebrow Hollywood fare as unfashionable (yes) and reactionary (no).
a sniffy cold that turned into a sore throat

Synonyms for sniffy

snifflyhaughtysuperciliousprouddisdainfulpridefulswaggeringlordly

Antonyms for sniffy

Related Words

supercilioushaughtypridefulswaggeringprouddisdainfullordlysniffishsneeringsnidescornfulsnootysneerfulsnobbishsneeryhigh-noseddespectivesnarkyhinctysnippety

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does sniffy mean?

Sniffy means Disdainful; haughty..

What is a synonym for sniffy?

Common synonyms include sniffly, haughty, supercilious, proud.

What is the opposite of sniffy?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use sniffy in a sentence?

some regard Hanks with a sniffy attitude, seeing his middlebrow Hollywood fare as unfashionable (yes) and reactionary (no).

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