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SUPERCILIOUSLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does superciliously mean?
• SUPERCILIOUSLY (adverb)
The adverb SUPERCILIOUSLY has 1 sense:
1. with a sneer; in an uncomplimentary sneering manner
Familiarity information: SUPERCILIOUSLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
With a sneer; in an uncomplimentary sneering manner
Synonyms:
sneeringly; snidely; superciliously
Context example:
'I don't believe in these customs,' he said sneeringly
Pertainym:
supercilious (expressive of contempt)
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