What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
snobbism
Example
His snobbism was evident when he refused to associate with anyone who didn't attend an Ivy League school. [snobbism: noun]
Example
She displayed her snobbism by turning up her nose at the restaurant's menu. [snobbism: noun]
haughtiness
Example
Her haughtiness was evident in the way she spoke to the waiter. [haughtiness: noun]
Example
He displayed his haughtiness by refusing to listen to anyone else's opinion. [haughtiness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Haughtiness is more commonly used than snobbism in everyday language, particularly in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between snobbism and haughtiness?
Both snobbism and haughtiness are formal words that are typically used in serious or academic contexts.
