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snivel

[ˈsnɪvəl]

snivel Definition

  • 1to cry and sniffle in a feeble or fretful way
  • 2to complain in a whining or tearful way

Using snivel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "snivel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The child began to snivel when he saw the broken toy.

  • Example

    She sniveled about her bad luck all day.

  • Example

    He sniveled his way through the sad movie.

  • Example

    Stop sniveling and face your problems.

snivel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for snivel

Antonyms for snivel

Phrases with snivel

  • to cry and sniffle noisily

    Example

    The baby sniveled and snuffled all night.

  • to complain in a whining or tearful way

    Example

    He spent the whole day sniveling and whining about his problems.

  • snivel and sob

    to cry and sniffle in a feeble or fretful way

    Example

    She sniveled and sobbed uncontrollably at the funeral.

Origins of snivel

from Middle Low German 'snivelen', meaning 'to weep or cry'

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Summary: snivel in Brief

The verb 'snivel' [ˈsnɪvəl] means to cry and sniffle in a feeble or fretful way, or to complain in a whining or tearful way. It is often used to describe someone who is weak or annoying. Examples include 'The child began to snivel when he saw the broken toy' and 'She sniveled about her bad luck all day.'