Literary notes about Snide (AI summary)
In literature, the term “snide” is a versatile descriptor that conveys both a caustic wit and a hint of underhanded duplicity. Authors use it to depict remarks or attitudes that are sharply derisive, as when a character is noted for making snide comments that undermine the status quo ([1], [2], [3]). At the same time, “snide” can characterize actions or even individuals who operate in a deceptive or morally dubious manner, such as a shady character involved in trickery or fraud ([4], [5], [6]). This dual usage enriches narrative voices by layering irony and skepticism over social interactions and character portrayals.
- "You sound as though you hold their skills in high regard, Doc- tor." Rickfield continued to make snide remarks whenever possi- ble.
— from Terminal Compromise by Winn Schwartau - That’s rather a snide thing to say, isn’t it?
— from Seductio Ad AbsurdumThe Principles & Practices of Seduction, A Beginner's Handbook by Emily Hahn - “That had all the elements of a snide remark,” Kennon murmured to himself, “but my education’s been neglected somewhere along the line.
— from The Lani People by Jesse F. Bone - snide , a. ( Slang ) tricky , deceptive , dishonest , fraudulent .
— from Putnam's Word Book A Practical Aid in Expressing Ideas Through the Use of an Exact and Varied Vocabulary by Louis A. (Louis Andrew) Flemming - He struck me as a sneak, and I made up my mind the company was what you might call a snide one—wanting to steal ideas if they could.
— from The Boy Scouts at the Panama-Pacific Exposition by John Henry Goldfrap - You must know the snide game that's called "Grab," you must know what it means to "enjoy."
— from Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 93, October 15th 1887 by Various
