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haughty

[ˈhɔːti]

haughty Definition

  • 1arrogantly superior and disdainful
  • 2showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior

Using haughty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "haughty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She spoke in a haughty tone that made me feel small.

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    He had a haughty look on his face when he walked into the room.

  • Example

    The haughty aristocrat looked down on everyone around him.

  • Example

    Her haughty behavior made her unpopular with her colleagues.

haughty Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with haughty

  • an arrogant or condescending way of behaving towards others

    Example

    His haughty manner made it difficult for others to approach him.

  • an attitude of superiority and disdain towards others

    Example

    Her haughty attitude made her unpopular with her classmates.

  • a facial expression that conveys arrogance and contempt

    Example

    He gave her a haughty look before turning away.

Origins of haughty

from Middle French 'hault', meaning 'high'

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Summary: haughty in Brief

'Haughty' [ˈhɔːti] describes someone who is arrogantly superior and disdainful, often showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior. Examples include 'She spoke in a haughty tone that made me feel small.' and 'The haughty aristocrat looked down on everyone around him.' 'Haughty' extends into phrases like 'haughty manner,' 'haughty attitude,' and 'haughty look,' all of which denote an arrogant or condescending way of behaving towards others.

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