Pronunciation: [flˈi͡əɹɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "fleering" is spelled with two "e's" and one "r" after the "g". The first "e" is pronounced with a short "e" sound like in the word "pet", while the second "e" is pronounced with a long "e" sound like in the word "tree". The "r" that follows the "g" is not pronounced. Therefore, the IPA phonetic transcription for "fleering" is /ˈflɪərɪŋ/. This word means to look at someone in a mocking or contemptuous way.
Fleering refers to the act of jeering, mocking, or ridiculing in a scornful or contemptuous manner. It is often characterized by presenting a sly or disdainful smile or laugh while making derogatory or sarcastic comments. This term conveys a sense of derision or mockery, aiming to belittle or scorn someone or something, often done with a sense of superiority or smugness.
The action of fleering typically involves making cutting remarks, expressing disdain, or belittling another person's actions, qualities, or achievements. It can also involve making fun of someone's appearance, behavior, or opinions, primarily in an ill-natured and ridiculing manner. Fleering often indicates a lack of empathy or respect for others, displaying a superior, haughty, or condescending attitude.
The term can also extend to situations where a person sneers or scoffs, often accompanied by facial expressions or body language that conveys contempt or derision. Fleering typically occurs when someone wants to discredit or diminish another's credibility, achievements, or opinions by means of ridicule, sarcasm, or scornful mockery.
Overall, fleering involves a combination of mocking facial expressions, disdainful comments, and superior behavior aimed at demeaning, ridiculing, or belittling another individual or their values, opinions, or actions.
The word "fleering" has English origins and its etymology can be traced back to the Middle English word "flerien" or "fleeren". This Middle English term derives from the Old English word "flēran", which means to laugh or mock. The exact origin of the word is uncertain, but it may have Germanic roots related to the Old Norse word "flær" meaning ridicule or mockery. Over time, "fleering" evolved to its present form and continues to be used to describe smirking, ridiculing, or laughing in a contemptuous or derisive manner.
