Sniffy
6 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Displaying a disdainful or condescending attitude towards others regarded as inferior.
“The maître d' was sniffy about our casual attire.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
snif·fy
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Wordle
Double F in the middle, SN- start and -FFY ending are distinctive consonant clusters
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Scrabble
Two Fs (4 pts each) add up, SNIFFY is a worthwhile play when you hold surplus Fs
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