Haughtily: meaning, definitions and examples
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haughtily
[ ˈhɔːtɪli ]
in a proud and arrogant manner
Behaving haughtily towards others can often lead to isolation and resentment.
Synonyms
arrogantly, proudly, snobbishly
Examples of usage
- She haughtily turned her nose up at the humble offering.
- He haughtily refused to listen to any opinions other than his own.
- The princess walked haughtily through the crowd, ignoring everyone around her.
having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
Her haughty demeanor made it difficult for others to approach her.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He gave her a haughty look, as if she was beneath him.
- The haughty attitude of the aristocrat alienated many of his peers.
- The manager's haughty behavior towards his subordinates created a toxic work environment.
Translations
Translations of the word "haughtily" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arrogantemente
🇮🇳 अहंकारपूर्वक
🇩🇪 hochmütig
🇮🇩 dengan sombong
🇺🇦 зарозуміло
🇵🇱 arogancko
🇯🇵 傲慢に (ごうまんに)
🇫🇷 hautainement
🇪🇸 arrogantemente
🇹🇷 kibirlice
🇰🇷 거만하게 (geomanhage)
🇸🇦 بتعجرف
🇨🇿 arogantně
🇸🇰 arogantne
🇨🇳 傲慢地 (àomàn de)
🇸🇮 arogantno
🇮🇸 drambsamlega
🇰🇿 менмендікпен
🇬🇪 ამპარტავნულად (ampartavnulad)
🇦🇿 təkəbbürlə
🇲🇽 arrogantemente
Word origin
The word 'haughtily' originates from the Middle English word 'haught', meaning 'high in one's own estimation'. It has evolved over time to encompass the idea of arrogance and superiority. The use of 'haughtily' in literature and everyday language reflects a societal fascination with pride and power dynamics.