sneering

• 形容表情、语气或言辞带有轻蔑、嘲笑或讥讽的意味。

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.

   轻蔑的

   • 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.

   同义词contemptuousderisivedisdainfuldisparaginginsolentmockingsarcasticscornful

   反义词complimentaryflatteringrespectful

• 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