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Definition of snively

snively

/ˈsnɪv.əl.i/
(UK: snivelly)
sniv · el · y
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snively Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Characterized by or inclined to whining, tearful complaining, or weak, sniffling self-pity.

Example

"He offered a snively excuse about how unfair the instructions were instead of taking responsibility for his mistake."

2

Running at the nose or soiled with nasal mucus.

Example

"The toddler ran across the playground with a snively nose on the brisk autumn morning."

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• Rhymes for snively

• Nearby Words

sniveler
sniveling
snivelly
snively
snob
snobbery
snobbily

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the noun and verb 'snivel' (ultimately from Old English 'snofl', meaning nasal mucus) plus the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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