Snort/snɔːrt/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Response Used to show a reaction like surprise, amusement, or irritation. Can imply a lack of words. He snorted in disbelief at the news. Pro Tip 2/3Sudden Interruption To interrupt speaking or laughing abruptly with a snort, indicating strong emotion. She was trying to apologize but snorted with laughter instead. Pro Tip 3/3Disapproval Expresses a strong judgment or negative opinion in a non-verbal way. At the rude joke, he just snorted.