Uppity

Pronunciation: /ˈʌpəti/

Definitions of uppity

adjective an informal term for someone who acts as if they are more important or superior than others

Example Sentences

A1 She thought he was being uppity when he refused to help with the dishes.

A2 The uppity cat refused to play with the other animals in the park.

B1 The uppity customer demanded to speak to the manager about the service.

B2 Her uppity attitude towards her coworkers made it difficult for them to work together.

C1 The uppity socialite looked down on anyone she deemed beneath her.

C2 His uppity behavior at the gala offended many of the guests.

Examples of uppity in a Sentence

formal The senator was criticized for referring to his opponent as uppity during the debate.

informal She always acts so uppity around us, like she's better than everyone else.

slang I can't stand that uppity attitude of his, always acting like he's too good for us.

figurative The old mansion stood tall and uppity, a symbol of a bygone era of wealth and privilege.

Grammatical Forms of uppity

• past tense: uppitied
• plural: uppities
• comparative: more uppity
• superlative: most uppity
• present tense: is uppity
• future tense: will be uppity
• perfect tense: has been uppity
• continuous tense: is being uppity
• singular: uppity
• positive degree: uppity
• infinitive: to be uppity
• gerund: being uppity
• participle: uppitying

Origin and Evolution of uppity

First Known Use: 1880 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'uppity' originated in the United States.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a derogatory manner to describe someone who was seen as presumptuous or arrogant, the word 'uppity' has evolved to also be used in a more lighthearted or humorous way to describe someone who is assertive or confident.