fleer


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Synonyms for fleer

to smile or laugh scornfully or derisively

a facial expression or laugh conveying scorn or derision

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Synonyms for fleer

someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

contempt expressed by mockery in looks or words

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to smirk contemptuously

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