sneer

• 名词，指表达轻蔑、嘲笑或鄙视的表情或言语，常表现为撇嘴或冷笑。

A noun referring to a facial expression or remark that shows contempt, mockery, or scorn, often characterized by a curling of the upper lip.

1. Contemptuous facial expressionB2formal

   A facial expression showing contempt or scorn, often with a curling of the upper lip.

   轻蔑的冷笑

   • He gave a sneer when she mentioned her new job.
   • Her sneer made it clear she disapproved of the idea.
   • The critic's sneer was visible from across the room.

   同义词smirk

   反义词grinsmile

2. Scornful remarkB2formal

   A contemptuous or mocking comment intended to show disdain.

   讥讽的话

   • His sneer about her efforts was completely uncalled for.
   • She responded to his sneer with a calm rebuttal.
   • The politician's sneer at the opposition was widely reported.

   同义词barbcutdiggibeinsultjeerjibetaunt

   反义词accoladecomplimentpraise

• 动词，指用表情、语调或言语来表达轻蔑或嘲笑。

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.

   表达轻蔑

   • 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.

   同义词deridejeermockscofftaunt

2. Smile contemptuouslyB2formal

   To smile in a way that shows disrespect or mockery.

   轻蔑地笑

   • 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.

   同义词smirk