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Definition of snideness

snideness

/ˈsnaɪd.nəs/
snide · ness
Adverb:snidely
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Adjective:snide
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snideness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being snide; an attitude or manner characterized by indirect, sly, or maliciously mocking remarks.

Example

"The subtle snideness in the reviewer's commentary made it clear that he had little respect for the author's work."

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• Rhymes for snideness

• Nearby Words

snickerdoodle
snide
snidely
snideness
sniff
sniffer
sniffle

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Snideness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/snideness
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