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Meaning of snootishly
The primary meaning of "snootishly" is to behave or speak in a way that shows a superior attitude, often in a way that is considered offensive or annoying.
Etymology of snootishly
The word "snootishly" is derived from the word "snoot", which originated in the mid-19th century as a slang term for the nose, and later took on a figurative meaning of being superior or haughty
The suffix "-ishly" is added to form an adverb, indicating a manner or way of behaving
Synonyms
pretentiously
haughtily
condescendingly
superiorly
arrogantly
snobbishly
disdainfully
scornfully
contemptuously
loftily
proudly
vaingloriously
pompously
ceremoniously
formally
stiffly
rigidly
inflexibly
obstinately
stubbornly
persistently
insistently
imperiously
dominantly
overbearingly
oppressively
tyrannically
dictatorially
autocratically
despotically
Definitions
- In a snooty or condescending manner, showing a superior attitude
- * With an air of superiority, often in a way that is considered annoying or offensive
Usage Examples
- She spoke snootishly to the waiter, as if he was beneath her
- * He walked into the room snootishly, looking down his nose at everyone
Antonyms
humbly
modestly
unassumingly
unpretentiously
affably
amiably
cordially
warmly
kindly
gently
considerately
thoughtfully
politely
courteously
respectfully
deferentially
submissively
obediently
compliantly
acquiescently
meekly