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ar·ro·gant

arrogant

 
 
pronunciation:
ae r gnt
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: having or displaying an attitude of inflated self-importance or pride.
These wealthy and arrogant foreigners had lived in the country for years without attempting to learn a word of the native language.He was arrogant toward his sisters, who had not had the opportunities for education that he'd had.
 
synonyms:
egotistic, haughty, self-important
antonyms:
humble, meek, modest
similar words:
cavalier, conceited, domineering, lofty, overbearing, overconfident, overweening, pompous, pretentious, proud, self-assured, stuck-up, supercilious, uppity, vain
definition 2: of or pertaining to such an attitude.
The spoiled young prince was noted for his arrogant behavior.
synonyms:
imperious, overbearing, presumptuous, supercilious
antonyms:
modest
similar words:
cavalier, contemptuous, disdainful, domineering, high-handed, insolent, lordly, pompous, scornful, superior
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derivation: arrogantly (adv.)
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