SNORT Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of snort

as in sneer

a vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval made a snort of derision at the lame suggestion

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as in sip

the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time the old cowpoke asked for a snort of whiskey

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verb

as in to sniff

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Recent Examples of snort

Noun

Rapace’s response externalizes four different beats, from a snort to a tear, astonishment to anger. — Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 27 Aug. 2025 The snoring is often interrupted by a long silent period during which breathing stops and then followed by a loud snort and gasp as the patient attempts to breathe. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 24 July 2025

Verb

The plucky kid who seemingly had a fast-track job and a beyond-dreams wife is now desperately snorting it all away. — Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 1 Apr. 2026 Miles had just come out of retirement after six years of doing little more than snorting coke. — Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for snort

Recent Examples of Synonyms for snort

Noun

The film’s sincerity — the quality critics praised most — was met with a sneer rather than a response.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 6 July 2026
With his rakish sneer and ruthlessly tight jodhpurs, Rupert has been thoroughly neutered with irony, transformed into an object for women to pick at.

— Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026

Definition of sneer

Noun

Courtesy of Elevation Tea A tea can feel silky, creamy, crisp or full-bodied, with notes that evolve after the swallow, and the finish matters as much as the opening sip, according to Martinez.

— Jill Barth, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
This lager is brewed with real strawberries and rhubarb and celebrates a classic Minnesota flavor in every sip!

— Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026

Definition of sip

Verb

The plot involves Brian trying to get out of an emotional and psychological rut by volunteering to be a drug-sniffing dog for the local police force.

— Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026
The bear spent several moments sniffing around the office and wandering through the building before returning to the entrance, pushing the door open again and leaving on its own.

— Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of sniff

Noun

His trademark smirk and knowing stare are now feared by any opponent up against Norway, but don’t be fooled into thinking Haaland isn’t serious about his career.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Robinson appeared to furrow his brow and smirk as the text messages about the engravings were displayed in the courtroom.

— Hannah Schoenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Definition of smirk

Noun

Cradled in her arms, the newborn suckles eagerly, its tiny paws paddling the air with every gulp.

— Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Given the construction of the bracket, any African team that has its eye on a quarterfinals bid will likely have to push through the likes of Argentina (gulp) or England (woof), France (le woof) or Spain (yipes).

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of gulp

Noun

Classic cookies come in 11 flavors like chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, peanut butter, snicker doodle, white chocolate macadamia nut, fruity pebbles, monster and white chocolate cranberry.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 July 2026
As is, this is a foolish thriller that prompts the occasional snicker but not much more.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Definition of snicker

Noun

Research by British alcohol awareness charity Drinkaware shows an increasing number are embracing low and no-alcohol drinks.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Warm milk delivers tryptophan, an amino acid the body uses to produce serotonin and melatonin, which is why the old-school bedtime drink has stuck around.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

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