sniffly

English

Etymology

From sniffle +‎ -y.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈsnɪfl̩i/

Adjective

sniffly (comparative snifflier, superlative sniffliest)

  1. Inclined to sniffle.
    I've been sniffly all weekend; I think I've caught a cold.
  2. Resembling a sniffle.
    a sniffly sound