Haughty

Haughty describes a person who is arrogantly superior and disdainful of those they see as inferior. This attitude often manifests as a proud and condescending behavior, marked by a sense of self-importance and a tendency to look down on others.

A Haughty individual may display an air of detachment, believing themselves to be better than the people around them due to perceived advantages, such as wealth, status, or intelligence.

They might speak or act in a way that belittles others and reinforces their own sense of superiority.

Haughty meaning with examples

• The Haughty heiress refused to speak to anyone outside her social circle, viewing the common folk with obvious contempt and a disdainful air.
• Despite his family's humble beginnings, the newly appointed CEO adopted a Haughty demeanor, making it clear he thought himself better than his employees.
• The art critic's Haughty review of the exhibition dismissed the artist's work as amateurish and lacking in sophistication, alienating many.
• With a Haughty sneer, the celebrity brushed off a fan's request for an autograph, clearly unimpressed by their admiration and interrupting their day.
• Her Haughty tone and superior attitude during the debate alienated her opponent and made her appear out of touch with the voters she was aiming for.