snide

adjective

UK/snaɪd/
US/snaɪd/

Definitions of snide adjective

  1. Containing subtle but unpleasant criticism or mockery; often delivered in an indirect or insinuating manner.

    • He made some snide remarks about my new car, but I didn't pay any attention to them.

    • During the meeting, she made a snide comment about the boss's proposal, which made the atmosphere a bit awkward.

    • She always has some snide remarks about other people's clothes, which makes me uncomfortable.