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snub

snub

 
 
pronunciation:
snuhb
parts of speech:
transitive verb, noun
features:
Word Combinations (verb, noun)
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: snubs, snubbing, snubbed
definition 1: to ignore, esp. as a means of showing dissatisfaction, dislike, or contempt.
synonyms:
cold-shoulder, disregard, ignore, slight
similar words:
avoid, cut, disdain, dismiss, ostracize, overlook, rebuff, send to Coventry, shun, spurn
definition 2: to stop or reject with a sharp or hurtful reply; rebuke.
synonyms:
rebuff, rebuke, slap down, spurn
similar words:
reprimand, reprove, repulse
Word Combinations  About this feature
adverb + (v.)snub largely, previously
(v.)snub + adverb obviously
(v.)snub + nounHelp academy, cigarette, critic, fan, owner, selection
 
part of speech: noun
definition: an act or instance of rebuking or intentionally ignoring someone; slight; insult.
synonyms:
cold shoulder, cut, insult, rebuff, rebuke, slap, slight
Word Combinations  About this feature
adjective + (n.)snub all-star, broken, calculated, deliberate, embarrassed, perceived, round, short, social, surprising
verb + (n.)snub blame, consider, deliver, endure, fail, ignore, nose, respond, suffer, view
noun + (n.)snub Help hair, insult, list, mouth, nose, omission, peace, pistol, record, revolver, series