Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
snippiest
Adjective
/ˈsnɪp.i.ɪst/
Definition
The superlative form of ‘snippy’, indicating the most curt, sharp, or irritable response.
Examples
- After the meeting, her snippiest comments caught everyone off guard.
- He has a reputation for being the snippiest person in the office, often making sarcastic remarks.
- Whenever she’s stressed, she tends to be the snippiest with her family.
Meaning
This word describes someone who is particularly terse or cutting in their remarks, often in a way that seems rude or unfriendly.
Synonyms
- curtest
- sharpest
- rude
- irritable
- exasperated