Snootily: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe someone who acts in an overly superior or condescending manner, often looking down on others. It can suggest a certain level of arrogance but with a focus on behaving like they're better than others.

• She looked snootily at the poorly dressed man.
• He snootily dismissed the waiter’s suggestion.

Used when someone behaves in a proud, disdainful manner, often suggesting a sense of superiority over others. It is similar to 'snootily' but can have a more regal or formal connotation.

• The queen's advisor haughtily dismissed the peasants' request.
• She haughtily refused to participate in what she called 'lowly tasks.'

Used to describe someone who shows a strong feeling of contempt or disdain towards others. It signifies more of an outright rejection or lack of respect, often in a very visible way.

• She looked disdainfully at the suggestion to volunteer.
• He spoke disdainfully about the new regulations.

Used when someone shows an exaggerated sense of their own importance and a lack of respect for others. It can be used in formal or informal settings and generally has a more negative tone.

• He arrogantly claimed that he was the best employee in the company.
• She arrogantly ignored everyone's advice.