sneering

• Décrit une expression du visage, un ton de voix ou une remarque exprimant le mépris, la moquerie ou la raillerie.

Describes a facial expression, tone of voice, or remark that shows contempt, scorn, or mockery.

1. Expressive of contemptB2formal

   Showing or expressing scorn, mockery, or disdain through facial expression or tone.

   Méprisant

   • He gave a sneering look when she made a mistake.
   • Her sneering comment made everyone uncomfortable.
   • The critic's sneering review was harsh and unfair.

   Synonymescontemptuousderisivedisdainfuldisparaginginsolentmockingsarcasticscornful

   Antonymescomplimentaryflatteringrespectful

• Verbe utilisé pour exprimer le mépris ou la moquerie par une expression du visage, un ton de voix ou une remarque.

A verb used to express contempt or scorn by means of a facial expression, tone of voice, or remark.

1. Express contemptB2formal

   To show scorn or contempt through a mocking smile or facial expression.

   Rire avec mépris

   • He sneered at her suggestion, dismissing it as foolish.
   • The critic sneered at the artist's latest work.
   • She sneered when he mentioned his new job.

   Synonymesderidejeermockscofftaunt

2. Smile contemptuouslyB2formal

   To smile in a way that shows disrespect or mockery.

   sourire avec mépris

   • He sneered contemptuously at the opponent's argument.
   • She sneered, clearly unimpressed by his boast.
   • The bully sneered as he walked past the smaller boy.

   Synonymessmirk