Dictionary Check: snivel

"snivel" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

whining in a tearful manner

Synonyms:
noun

the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested)

Synonyms:
verb

talk in a tearful manner

Synonyms:
verb

snuff up mucus through the nose

Synonyms:
verb

cry or whine with snuffling

Example: "Stop snivelling — you got yourself into this mess!"

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