Sardonic and Sneering

Sardonic

Sardonic adjective - Marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings.

Sneering is a synonym for sardonic in sarcastic topic. In some cases you can use "Sneering" instead an adjective "Sardonic", when it comes to topics like mocking.

Nearby Word: sardonically

Sneering

Sneering adjective - Expressive of contempt.
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Synonyms for Sneering

Sardonic is a synonym for sneering in scoffing topic. You can use "Sardonic" instead an adjective "Sneering".

Nearby Words: sneer, sneered
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