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Definition of sniffy

sniffy

/ˈsnɪf.i/
snif · fy
Adverb:sniffily
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• adjective

1

Informally, disdainful, contemptuous, or haughtily dismissive toward something perceived as inferior.

Example

"Several traditional critics were rather sniffy about the director's decision to adapt a popular comic book."

2

British Inclined to sniff repeatedly, typically due to a cold, allergy, or crying; having a slightly unpleasant smell.

Example

"The children came back inside from the frosty playground looking red-cheeked and a bit sniffy."

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• Rhymes for sniffy

• Nearby Words

sniffler
sniffles
sniffly
sniffy
snig
snigger
snip

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