haughtily

Meaning

In a manner showing arrogant superiority and disdain for those perceived as inferior.

Examples

• She haughtily rejected the apology, insisting that she deserved better treatment.
• The manager haughtily dismissed the employee's suggestions without even reading them.

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔːtɪli/

Synonyms of haughtily

Words with a similar meaning to haughtily:

• proudly
• arrogantly
• snobbishly
• superciliously

Antonyms of haughtily

Words with the opposite meaning to haughtily:

• humbly
• modestly