sniffy

(snifē)

adjective sniffier, sniffiest

  1. characterized by or having a tendency to sniff
  2. contemptuous; disdainful

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See sniffy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective sniff·i·er, sniff·i·est
Informal
Disposed to showing arrogance or contempt; haughty.

Related Forms:

  • sniffˈi·ly adverb
  • sniffˈi·ness noun

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