Snide: meaning, definitions and examples

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snide

 

[ snaɪd ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

in a sarcastic or mocking manner

Showing disapproval or contempt in a sneering or mocking way. It implies a negative attitude or tone towards someone or something.

Synonyms

contemptuous, mocking, sarcastic, sneering

Examples of usage

  • He made a snide remark about her appearance.
  • The teacher's snide comments made the students feel uncomfortable.
  • Don't be so snide, it's not helpful.
  • The snide tone of his voice revealed his true feelings.
  • She couldn't stand his snide sense of humor.
Context #2 | Noun

a derogatory or mocking remark

A derogatory or mocking comment made in a sneering or sarcastic manner. It is usually intended to belittle or criticize someone or something.

Synonyms

contempt, derision, mockery, sarcasm

Examples of usage

  • She couldn't help but respond to his snide with a witty comeback.
  • His snide about her work ethic really hurt her feelings.
  • The article was full of snide remarks about the political candidate.
  • I didn't appreciate the snide she made about my outfit.
  • The snide in his voice was unmistakable.

Translations

Translations of the word "snide" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sarcástico

🇮🇳 व्यंग्यात्मक

🇩🇪 abfällig

🇮🇩 sinis

🇺🇦 глузливий

🇵🇱 sarkastyczny

🇯🇵 皮肉な

🇫🇷 sarcastique

🇪🇸 sarcástico

🇹🇷 alaycı

🇰🇷 비꼬는

🇸🇦 ساخر

🇨🇿 sarkastický

🇸🇰 sarkastický

🇨🇳 讽刺的

🇸🇮 sarkastičen

🇮🇸 kaldhæðinn

🇰🇿 мысқылшыл

🇬🇪 სარკასტული

🇦🇿 sarkastik

🇲🇽 sarcástico

Word origin

The word 'snide' originated in the mid-19th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word 'snīdan', which means 'to cut'. Over time, 'snide' has evolved to describe remarks or comments that cut or hurt, often in a sarcastic or mocking manner.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,906 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.