Definition

Showing or expressing a mocking or contemptuous smile or remark.

Example

His sneerful attitude made it hard for anyone to take him seriously.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how he reacted to our idea?

Yeah, he had such a sneerful look on his face.

It felt really uncalled for, didn't it?

Totally! A little respect would go a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sneerful** → It is formed from "sneer" (from Middle English *sneren*, meaning to smile in a scornful or mocking way) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "sneerful" means full of sneering or scornful expressions.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'full of' ('-ful') scornful smiles ('sneer') — that's what sneerful means.

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