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(his-sy) 2 syllables

Definition

adverb. to make a sound like that of a prolonged s; as of a goose or snake when provoked or alarmed; or of escaping steam; air; etc. to show dislike or disapproval of by hissing

Example Sentence

The badly recorded music sounded hissy when I played it.

Synonyms

siss; sizz; sibilate; utter; emit; let out; let loose

Antonyms

applaud

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hissy
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