Sourly/ˈsaʊərli/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Negative Emotion Use 'sourly' to describe someone's expression when they are upset or annoyed. She commented sourly on the long delay. Pro Tip 2/3Disapproving Tone Shows someone’s negative opinion or rejection of something. He spoke sourly of the new policy at work. Pro Tip 3/3Sarcasm Hint Sometimes indicates that a laugh or a smile is insincere or hiding true feelings. She gave a sourly chuckle at the proposal.