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snide

adjective \ˈsnīd\

: unkind or insulting in an indirect way

Full Definition of SNIDE

1
a :  false, counterfeit
b :  practicing deception :  dishonest <a snide merchant>
2
:  unworthy of esteem :  low <a snide trick>
3
:  slyly disparaging :  insinuating <snide remarks>
— snide·ly adverb
— snide·ness noun
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Origin of SNIDE

origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1859

Related to SNIDE

Synonyms
base, contemptible, currish, despicable, detestable, dirty, dishonorable, execrable, ignominious, low, low-down, low-minded, mean, nasty, paltry, ignoble, sordid, vile, wretched
Antonyms
high, high-minded, honorable, lofty, noble, straight, upright, venerable, virtuous
SNIDE Defined for Kids

snide

adjective \ˈsnīd\

Definition of SNIDE for Kids

:  unkind or insulting in an indirect way <snide remarks>

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