Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

snubbing

verb
/snʌbɪŋ/
Definition
The act of deliberately ignoring or showing disdain toward someone.
Examples
  • She felt snubbed when her colleagues didn’t invite her to the meeting.
  • His snubbing of the invitation left many people confused about his feelings.
  • Snubbing is often interpreted as a sign of disapproval.
Meaning
Snubbing refers to the behavior of dismissively avoiding or refusing to acknowledge someone, often in a social setting, suggesting a lack of respect or interest.
Synonyms
  • ignoring
  • slighting
  • rebuffing
  • disregarding
  • spurning