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snivel

sniv·el

snivel

 
pronunciation:
snI vl
parts of speech:
intransitive verb, noun
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: intransitive verb
inflections: snivels, sniveling, sniveled
definition 1: to whine mournfully or tearfully.
He sniveled about his petty problems.
similar words:
cry, mewl, pule, snuffle, sob, wail, whine
definition 2: to weep or cry while sniffling.
synonyms:
sniffle
similar words:
cry, whimper
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a whiny weeping or sniffling.
similar words:
cry, sniffle, weep, whimper, whine
definition 2: mucus that runs from the nose.
similar words:
mucus, phlegm
derivation: sniveler (n.)