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Haughtier: meaning, definitions and examples

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haughtier

 

[ ˈhɔː.ti.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

attitude, demeanor

Haughtier is the comparative form of haughty, which describes someone who displays an arrogant or condescending attitude. This term is often used to describe individuals who regard themselves as superior to others. Haughtier suggests a heightened level of disdain or self-importance compared to just 'haughty'. People who are haughtier may look down upon those they consider inferior, often exhibiting behaviors that reflect their elevated self-image.

Synonyms

arrogant, condescending, proud, supercilious

Examples of usage

  • She became haughtier after her promotion.
  • His haughtier remarks alienated his friends.
  • The haughtier attitude of the celebrity surprised the fans.

Translations

Translations of the word "haughtier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais arrogante

🇮🇳 अधिक घमंडी

🇩🇪 arrogant

🇮🇩 lebih sombong

🇺🇦 більш зарозумілий

🇵🇱 bardziej wyniosły

🇯🇵 より傲慢な

🇫🇷 plus hautain

🇪🇸 más altivo

🇹🇷 daha kibirli

🇰🇷 더 거만한

🇸🇦 أكثر تكبرًا

🇨🇿 více arogantní

🇸🇰 viac arogantný

🇨🇳 更傲慢的

🇸🇮 bolj ošaben

🇮🇸 meira hrokkin

🇰🇿 одан да кеудесін көтерген

🇬🇪 მეტად თავმოყვარე

🇦🇿 daha təkəbbürlü

🇲🇽 más altivo

Word origin

The word 'haughty' traces its lineage back to the Middle English term 'hauctif', which meant 'high, lofty'. This, in turn, derives from the Old French 'aut', which also implies elevated or high in the sense of standing. Originally, haughty didn't carry a negative connotation; it simply described a physical or metaphorical height. However, over time, the implications of the word shifted to indicate arrogance or superiority over others. The comparative form 'haughtier' emerged to indicate a greater degree of this elevated self-image, emphasizing the development of an attitude where one feels superior to others. Such transformations in meaning showcase how words evolve based on societal attitudes and perceptions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,449, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.