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adjective

sniff′i·er, sniff′i·est
  1. characterized by or having a tendency to sniff
  2. contemptuous; disdainful
Also sniff′ish
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sniffy

adjective

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

Related Forms:

  • sniff′i·ly

    adverb

  • sniff′i·ness

    noun

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Adjective

(comparative sniffier, superlative sniffiest)

  1. Disdainful; haughty.
  2. characterised by sniffing.
    A sniffy cold.
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