snort

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of SNORT

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

Synonyms bird [chiefly British], boo, Bronx cheer, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, razz, snort

Related Words smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt; whistle

Near Antonyms applause, clapping

Antonyms cheer

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

Synonyms belt, draft, drag, gulp, nip, quaff, shot, sip, slug, snort, sup, swallow, swig, swill

Related Words dram, drop

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