Expressions Of Superiority

4 words in this vocabulary list

adjective having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or ability

  • The biggety guest refused to sit at the common table and demanded a private dining room.
  • She's so biggety, always acting like she's better than everyone else.
  • I can't stand that biggety attitude of his, always looking down on others.
  • Her biggety behavior was like a barrier that kept others at a distance.

adjective refers to someone who behaves arrogantly or condescendingly, acting as if they are superior to others

  • The high and mighty leaders of the country gathered for an important summit.
  • Don't act so high and mighty just because you got a promotion.
  • She always acts all high and mighty around us.
  • The CEO's high and mighty attitude alienated many employees.

verb to regard or treat with disdain or contempt

  • It is not appropriate to look down upon others based on their social status.
  • Don't look down upon people just because they have different interests than you.
  • Stop looking down on him just because he doesn't have a fancy car.
  • In the eyes of the boss, those who gossip are looked down upon as untrustworthy.

noun a feeling of excessive pride or self-satisfaction

adjective smug (having or showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements)

  • Her smugness was evident as she presented her flawless argument in the meeting.
  • He couldn't help but show off his new car with a look of pure smugness on his face.
  • She had a real 'holier-than-thou' attitude, full of smugness.
  • The cat looked at me with smugness after catching a mouse in the house.