What is another word for sniffle?
Pronunciation: [snˈɪfə͡l] (IPA) 
Sniffle is a word that refers to the short, quick inhalation of air through the nose that people often make when they are trying to muffle a sneeze or clear their nasal passages. Some synonyms for sniffle include snuffle, snort, snivel, and snicker. Snuffle refers to a sound similar to sniffle but with more force behind it. Snort has a similar meaning but implies a more abrupt and forceful sound. Snivel is a more prolonged and more nasal version of sniffle, often accompanied by tears. Finally, snicker is often used to describe a suppressed chuckling sound with a nasal quality caused by laughter.
