Bahasa Melayu

sinis

Bahasa Melayu

English

cynical, sarcastic, acidic

showing a sharp, mocking, or distrustful attitude.

سينيس

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Dia memberi senyuman sinis ketika mendengar berita itu.

    He gave a cynical smile when he heard the news.

  2. Nada suaranya agak sinis semasa bercakap.

    His tone was rather sarcastic when speaking.

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sinis

Often used for a mocking or doubtful attitude.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.