snuffy

[snuhf-ee]

adjective

snuffier, snuffiest 

1. resembling snuff.

2. soiled with snuff.

3. given to the use of snuff.

4. having an unpleasant appearance.

5. having hurt feelings.

6. easily displeased.

snuffy

/ ˈsnʌfɪ /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or resembling snuff

2. covered with or smelling of snuff

3. unpleasant; disagreeable

Other Word Forms

• snuffiness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of snuffy¹

First recorded in 1780–90; snuff ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Authorities say Manuel Quintero is a notorious Mexican Mafia figure nicknamed Snuffy long suspected of running rackets for the prison-based syndicate.

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In exchange for a reduced sentence, the paralyzed intruder told authorities his accomplice was Manuel Quintero, an alleged Mexican Mafia member nicknamed “Snuffy,” a retired detective testified.

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According to a complaint filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, accused Mexican Mafia member Manuel “Snuffy” Quintero issued an order in 2022 to kill Nelson Abrego, who performs under the name Swifty Blue.

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“To be honest, it was the first time in this role that I’ve seen Snuffy in person and I teared up,” he says.

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Detectives found evidence tying Palomino to Manuel Quintero, whom Bean described as “known, active member” of the Mexican Mafia whose nickname is Snuffy.

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