"Snivelling" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Whimpering or crying in a timid or snivelling way, often in an attempt to gain sympathy.
A person who informs the police about illegal activities or criminal behavior, often in exchange for a reward, or a turncoat who betrays a group or organization by informing on its members. Can also refer to an implement used to cut or make sharp stabs, such as scissors or a knife.
Informant or tattletale, a person who reports or tells on someone for misbehaving or doing something wrong, often considered uncool or disloyal. (often in an informal or childish sense)
Informal term used to refer to someone who betrays trust or informs on others, often in a school setting or in a situation where informing on someone could have consequences or repercussions.<br><br>Example: "Have you talked to the snitch who ratted out the party to the principal?"<br><br>It can also refer to a person who tattles or tells on others for personal gain or to gain favor.<br><br>Example: "Stop being a snitch and tell the truth about what really happened."
To inform on someone, typically in a way that is deemed disloyal or treacherous, often as a means of seeking revenge or personal gain. This can be in a literal sense, such as reporting a crime or a wrongdoer to the authorities, or in a figurative sense, such as betraying trust or revealing confidential information.
To whine or cry in a weak and enfeebled manner, often in a pitiful or servile way. To laugh or snort in a weak, almost stifled manner. A tear, snivel, or tear.
The attitude or behavior of a person who believes they are superior to others and looks down on them, often because of their social class, education, or cultural background.<br><br>Example: "The way he spoke to the waiter was a display of snobbery that made us all uncomfortable."<br><br>Synonyms: arrogance, elitism, snobbinibess, haughtiness.
Adjective: Snobbish<br><br>Having or showing a superiority complex, often in a considered arrogant or intolerant way. Considering oneself to be superior to others due to social status, cultural background, or other factors.
A surname of English origin, "Snodgrass" is derived from the Scottish Gaelic "snadd" meaning "prodigy" or "wonder" and "gras" meaning "grass" or "herb".