Snobbiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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snobbiest

 

[ ˈsnɑː.bi.ɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior, attitude

The term 'snobbiest' is the superlative form of 'snobby', which describes someone who believes they are superior to others, often due to their social status, wealth, or education. A snobbish person may look down on those they perceive as inferior or less fashionable.

Synonyms

arrogant, condescending, haughty, pretentious.

Examples of usage

  • She has the snobbiest attitude at the party.
  • In the snobbiest circles, authenticity is often overlooked.
  • His snobbiest friends disapproved of his new job.
  • The restaurant is known for its snobbiest clientele.

Translations

Translations of the word "snobbiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 snob

🇮🇳 स्नोब्बी

🇩🇪 snobistisch

🇮🇩 sombong

🇺🇦 снобістський

🇵🇱 snobistyczny

🇯🇵 スノッブな

🇫🇷 snob

🇪🇸 snob

🇹🇷 snob

🇰🇷 스노비한

🇸🇦 مغرور

🇨🇿 snobský

🇸🇰 snobsky

🇨🇳 势利的

🇸🇮 snobovski

🇮🇸 snobbískur

🇰🇿 снобистік

🇬🇪 სნობსური

🇦🇿 snob

🇲🇽 snob

Etymology

The word 'snob' is believed to have originated in England in the late 18th century. Initially, it referred to a shoemaker or a colloquial term for a common person, but over time it evolved to describe someone who aspires to social superiority, particularly by imitating higher social classes. The adjective 'snobby' came into use in the 19th century to denote a characteristic manner or attitude of snobs. The superlative form 'snobbiest' signifies the highest degree of this attitude or behavior, often used in contexts where someone’s elitism is particularly pronounced or offensive. It reflects social dynamics and class distinctions, capturing the essence of how individuals interact based on perceived social stratifications.