snivelling
pronunciation
How to pronounce snivelling in British English:
UK [ˈsnɪvlɪŋ]
How to pronounce snivelling in American English:
US [ ˈsnɪvlɪŋ]
Word Origin
- snivelling (adj.)
- "mean-spirited, weak," 1640s, present-participle adjective from snivel (v.). Related: Snivellingly.
Example
- 1. I know you 're tired , but do stop snivelling !
- 2. Stop snivelling and hold still .
- 3. If you fail , don 't come snivelling back to me .
- 4. I ll give you bloody hurting you snivelling brat .
- 5. Stop snivelling -- you got yourself into this mess !