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as in rejected
to deliberately ignore or treat rudely
the snob in town always snubbed anyone she thought was beneath her
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as in disdained
to show contempt for
a social set that snubs anyone below their income bracket
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Recent Examples of snubbed
This time around, even critics were convinced, joining in with libidinous fans to praise the blood-sucking second season, which was recently nominated for two Critics Choice Awards after being largely snubbed by voting bodies last year.
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Elaina Patton, NBC News, 27 Dec. 2024
Shortlist snubs and surprises could be early indicators of which movies are building momentum and might be headed toward big Oscar hauls—and which movies might be snubbed on Oscar nominations morning.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
However, Villeneuve was shockingly snubbed for best director, which many hope will be redeemed this time.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
In May 2023, Adams was snubbed when left off the list of Biden’s reelection surrogates.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
Roman shook hands wit hall members of the Bloodline, but snubbed CM Punk.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Last season, the Seminoles got snubbed from the four-team playoff despite their undefeated record.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 30 Nov. 2024
Back in September, Wayne openly admitted that being snubbed for the Super Bowl halftime gig in his own city was deeply painful.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 23 Nov. 2024
Some fans theorize that Kraft is being snubbed from the HOF because of his previous scandals.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 22 Nov. 2024
Elaina Patton, NBC News, 27 Dec. 2024
Shortlist snubs and surprises could be early indicators of which movies are building momentum and might be headed toward big Oscar hauls—and which movies might be snubbed on Oscar nominations morning.
—Conor Murray, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
However, Villeneuve was shockingly snubbed for best director, which many hope will be redeemed this time.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
In May 2023, Adams was snubbed when left off the list of Biden’s reelection surrogates.
—Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
Roman shook hands wit hall members of the Bloodline, but snubbed CM Punk.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Last season, the Seminoles got snubbed from the four-team playoff despite their undefeated record.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 30 Nov. 2024
Back in September, Wayne openly admitted that being snubbed for the Super Bowl halftime gig in his own city was deeply painful.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 23 Nov. 2024
Some fans theorize that Kraft is being snubbed from the HOF because of his previous scandals.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 22 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snubbed
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Kay’s particular diet was a recurring talking point on the show, with condiments such as ketchup and mayo among the foods that repulsed the TV voice of the Yankees.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Dexter is repulsed by the whole scene, and really who can blame him?—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Suddenly, we're hated in the world.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Alli Jo refuted that everyone hated Carolina, claiming that Carolina kept to herself and did not interact with the majority of the women.—
Dana Rose Falcone,
People.com,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The president also floated cutting Chinese tariffs to 80%.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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However, with the fight at stake and Aldo unable to safely cut any more weight, a deal was struck between Aldo, the UFC, and Zahabi to fight at featherweight with a 145-pound limit.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
Verb
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For years, Drake slighted Lamar in his music.—
Joe Mathews,
The Mercury News,
13 Dec. 2024
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As a result, they’re feeling slighted by the lack of appreciation and send a heated text your way.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
7 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Washington’s social and media elite scorned their style.—
Bill Barrow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Dec. 2024
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Washington's social and media elite scorned their style.—
Brian Smith,
arkansasonline.com,
29 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Surprisingly, many fans seem to be intrigued rather than repelled by the dish.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Dec. 2024
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The backpack repelled water, gave me easy access to my umbrella, and kept all my valuables dry.—
Laura Lajiness Kaupke,
Glamour,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Snubbed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/snubbed. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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