tss

/ts/; /t͡s/; (interjection) /tsɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to dismiss or reject with a snort of disdain or disgust

“The critic tssed the artist’s latest work, calling it unoriginal.”

2. interjection

an expression of disgust or disdain, similar to ‘tsk’

“Tss, that’s disgusting!”

3. noun

an instance of dismissing or rejecting something with disdain

“The tss was audible throughout the room after the speaker’s gaffe.”

4. verb (obsolete)

to hiss or whisper in disapproval

“The audience tssed as the actress struggled to remember her lines.”

Synonyms

  • tsk
  • tsking

Antonyms

  • applause
  • approval