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Haughtily - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Haughtily means behaving in an arrogantly superior or disdainful manner, often with an air of pride or self-importance. It describes someone looking down on others with contempt.

haughtily

/ˈhɔtəli/ /ˈhɔːtɪli/

Definition:

In a proud, arrogant, or disdainful manner.

Synonyms:

arrogantly, disdainfully, superciliously, contemptuously

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

humbly, modestly

Common Collocations:

walk haughtily, speak haughtily, behave haughtily

Derivatives:

haughty, haughtiness

Usage Tips:

Use "haughtily" to describe someone acting with superiority or scorn toward others.

Common Phrases:

nose in the air, look down one's nose

Etymology:

Derived from "haughty," from Old French "hautain," meaning high or lofty in manner.

Examples:

  • 1. She walked haughtily past the crowd without a glance.
  • 2. He answered haughtily when questioned about his mistake.
  • 3. The queen gazed haughtily at her subjects below.
  • 4. She tossed her hair haughtily and turned away.

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