snide

[snahyd]

adjective

snider, snidest 

1. derogatory in a nasty, insinuating manner.

   snide remarks about his boss.

snide

¹

/ snaɪd /

adjective

1. Also: snidey. (of a remark, etc) maliciously derogatory; supercilious

2. counterfeit; sham

noun

1. slang,  sham jewellery

snide

²

/ snaɪd /

verb

1. dialect,  to fill or load

Other Word Forms

• snidely adverb
• snideness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of snide¹

First recorded in 1860–65; origin uncertain

Word History and Origins

Origin of snide¹

C19: of unknown origin

Example Sentences

But where “The Monkey’s” snide sense of humor about its kills quickly grew smug, this time Perkins’ light touch — even during the most frightening moments — gives this slight film just the right proportionality.

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I’ve got no evidence for Trier’s restlessness other than an observation that “Sentimental Value” is most vibrant when the dialogue is snide and the visuals are snappy.

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My measly basket is filled with nothing but candy, earning a few snide looks from my cashier.

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Robinson, who created MTV’s “Sweet/Vicious” and has helped shepherd a handful of other fluffy amusements, is a promising popcorn wit, deftly ensuring the tone is neither too sober nor too snide.

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Those close to her said that Kaemmerer, who retired in 2003, was able to deal with the scrutiny and snide remarks because she was an optimist who saw the best in people.

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Related Words

• disparaging 
• sarcastic 
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• unkind