snivelling
Snivelling (noun) means whimpering or complaining tearfully in an annoying or weak way. Example: “His constant snivelling made it hard to take his apology seriously.”
How to use snivelling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWhiny, tearful complaining that comes across as pathetic rather than sympathetic.
Almost always used critically, implying the person is being weak or overly self-pitying.
Word forms
snivellings plural
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His constant _____ made it hard to take his apology seriously.
Rhymes for snivelling
Frequently asked questions
What does “snivelling” mean?
The word “snivelling” means whimpering or complaining tearfully in an annoying or weak way. In plain terms, whiny, tearful complaining that comes across as pathetic rather than sympathetic.
How do you use “snivelling” in a sentence?
Here is “snivelling” used in a sentence: “His constant snivelling made it hard to take his apology seriously.”
What part of speech is “snivelling”?
“Snivelling” is a noun.
What is the meaning of snivelling?
"snivelling" (noun) means whimpering or complaining tearfully in an annoying or weak way.