Snoopy
Snoopy (adjective) means Inclined to pry into other people's business; nosy. Example: “Her snoopy neighbor always watched who came and went.”
How to use Snoopy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNosy — always poking around in things that aren't your business.
Not to be confused with Snoopy, the famous cartoon beagle from Peanuts — that's a proper noun and always capitalized.
Word forms
snoopier comparative, more snoopy comparative, snoopiest superlative, most snoopy superlative
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Her _____ neighbor always watched who came and went.
Etymology
From snoop + -y.
Rhymes for Snoopy
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What does “Snoopy” mean?
The word “Snoopy” means inclined to pry into other people's business; nosy. In plain terms, nosy — always poking around in things that aren't your business.
How do you pronounce “Snoopy”?
“Snoopy” is pronounced SNOO-pee (/ˈsnupi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Snoopy” in a sentence?
Here is “Snoopy” used in a sentence: “Her snoopy neighbor always watched who came and went.”
What part of speech is “Snoopy”?
“Snoopy” is an adjective.