1. to smile or speak in a scornful way that shows contempt or disdain

1. a scornful or contemptuous smile, remark, or tone

Examples

• He sneered at her suggestion during the meeting.
• Don’t sneer at people who are trying their best.
• She gave him a cold sneer before walking away.
• The critic’s sneer was evident in his harsh review.
• The bully sneered when the smaller boy dropped his books.
• His sneer revealed his true feelings about the proposal.
• They sneered at the old-fashioned decorations.