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snappily

snappily

5.9
In a short, angry way
  • adverb
  • /ˈsnæpɪli/
translation icon : bruscamente
  • "In San Francisco," Gabby answered snappily, not inclined to say more.

Examples

  • The teacher spoke snappily to the students who were not paying attention, wanting to regain control of the classroom.

  • She replied snappily when asked about her weekend plans, clearly annoyed by the question.

  • When I asked him for help, he responded snappily, making it clear he was not interested in assisting.

Synonyms

angrily
vssnappily
58 1.0

In a way that shows anger

is less about strong anger and more about brief curt irritation
harshly
vssnappily
49 3.5

In a severe or unkind way that feels unpleasant

is more brief and sharply irritable rather than broadly severe behavior
sharply
vssnappily
44 2.8

In a harsh, angry way when speaking to someone

is curt and shows irritation rather than strong criticism
bluntly
vssnappily
40 4.6

In a direct way that is not polite

is more cutting and irritable in short replies than blunt honesty
rudely
vssnappily
25 1.3

In a way that is not polite and shows no respect

is more brief and sharply annoyed, not simply impolite behavior
curtly
vssnappily
5 6.0

In a short, rude way that shows you are annoyed

is sharper and more irritable rather than only brief speech
brusquely
vssnappily
3 7.4

In a short, rude way that shows little patience

is harsher and more curt, emphasizing irritation over bluntness
gruffly
vssnappily
3 6.3

Talk in a rough, unfriendly way

is sharper and more curt in manner than simply rough speech
shortly
vssnappily
2 4.5

In a rude, quick way that stops the conversation

is more cutting and irritable in manner, not merely terse speech
testily
vssnappily
1 7.6

In a short angry way that shows you are annoyed

is more sharply curt and abrupt rather than merely impatient or petulant
peevishly
vssnappily
1 8.1

In an annoyed, grumpy way

is crisper and more abruptly irritated, not just simple petulant annoyance
discourteously
vssnappily
1 6.9

In a rude or impolite way

focuses more on sharp, curt irritation than general lack of manners
ungraciously
vssnappily
1 7.1

In a rude or unfriendly way

is more directly curt and irritable rather than merely impolite or awkward
bitingly
vssnappily
1 7.4

In a very sharp and hurtful way, often about cold or criticism

focuses more on short, curt irritation rather than sustained cutting remarks
huffily
vssnappily
1 7.8

To act in an annoyed or offended way

is more short and sharply irritable instead of proud indignation
churlishly
vssnappily
  • Formal
1 9.5

In a rude or unfriendly way

is more sharply curt and irritable rather than broadly surly conduct
snappishly
vssnappily
7.8

In a short, rude way that shows annoyance

is more sharply abrupt and irritable in brief speech
snappingly
vssnappily
7.8

In a quick sharp way that shows impatience

focuses more on curt abruptness than on speed of action
snippily
vssnappily
7.7

In a short, sharp way that shows annoyance

leans more toward abrupt irritation in tone than mere briefness
waspishly
vssnappily
8.4

In an angry, sharp way that shows someone is annoyed

is similar but more curt and abrupt than merely touchy behavior
toothily
vssnappily
9.3

Speaking or acting in a harsh, biting way

is more about abrupt, annoyed replies than sustained harsh attack
acridly
vssnappily
8.2

In a sharp, bitter way that hurts people with words

is sharper in brevity and irritation, not mainly bitter caustic tone
abrasively
vssnappily
6.5

In a harsh, rude way that upsets people when speaking or acting

is more curt and quick in tone, not only rough or offensive
crankily
vssnappily
6.0

In a bad-tempered, easily annoyed way

is more about short, sharp replies than ongoing bad mood
surlily
vssnappily
9.9

In a rude, unfriendly way

is more about quick brief remarks than sustained unfriendly attitude

Antonyms

372 1.0

To do something with little force to avoid hurting or making noise

108 1.0

In a way that shows respect for other people

How Abrupt

brusquely
3 7.4
snappily
5.9
curtly
5 6.0

Surface Forms

snappily positive

Morphology

snappily = snappy (transparent) = snap + y + ly

The adverb is a straightforward -ly derivation from the adjective 'snappy' whose 'sharp/curt' sense is transparently related to 'snap'.

Etymology

Snappily also comes from snap in the sense of a quick, sharp bite or sound, so a 'snap' can feel short and sharp. That's why snappily can mean giving a quick, curt, or irritable reply.