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ar·ro·gance

arrogance

 
 
pronunciation:
ae r gns
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the condition or quality of being arrogant; having too much pride or belief in one's superiority.
It was his arrogance that made him believe he could treat his friend like a personal servant.
synonyms:
haughtiness
similar words:
pride, self-confidence, vanity
definition 2: disagreeable behavior resulting from this condition.
He was asked to leave because his arrogance was offending everyone.
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derivation: arrogancy (n.)
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