adverb
- in a disdainful or contemptuous manner; showing disapproval through one’s tone or behavior
Usage: informal
Examples
- She sniffily remarked that the restaurant wasn’t up to her standards.
- He sniffily dismissed their suggestions without consideration.
- The critic sniffily reviewed the amateur production.
- She responded sniffily when asked about her competitor’s success.
- The waiter sniffily informed them that reservations were required.
- He sniffily corrected her pronunciation of the French word.