"Snarl" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Snarl" Meaning

To show displeasure or anger by curling the lips back and baring the teeth, especially in a threatening way.

"Snarl" Examples

Usage Examples for "snarl"

Verb

1. To make a loud, angry growling noise:
"The dog snarled at the mailman when he came to the door."
2. To utter indistinctly through difficulty in speech:
"The injured singer had to snarl her words when trying to sing."
3. To express displeasure, hostility, or defiance by speech, mannerisms, or facial expression:
"He snarled at the suggestion that he was late, though he was indeed tardy."

Noun

1. A loud, angry growling noise:
"The sound of the snarl came from the direction of the animal."
2. An expression of displeasure or contempt:
"The comedian's witty remark was met with a snarl from some in the audience."

Adjective

1. Related to or characteristic of snarling; angry or bitter:
"The snarling tone of the music signaled a darker theme."

Each of these usage examples demonstrates a different facet of the word "snarl", including noises, speech difficulties, and expressions of displeasure, further emphasizing its versatility.