noun

snivelling

noun

Whimpering or complaining tearfully in an annoying or weak way.

"His constant snivelling made it hard to take his apology seriously."

How to Use Snivelling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWhiny, tearful complaining that comes across as pathetic rather than sympathetic.

When to use it

Almost always used critically, implying the person is being weak or overly self-pitying.

Common pairings

stop your snivelling snivelling excuse

snivellings plural

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His constant _____ made it hard to take his apology seriously.

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