Meaning & Definition of word "Arrogantly"
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Arrogantly
/ˈær.ə.ɡənt.li/
adverb:
- 1. In a manner that shows an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.
- Example: She spoke arrogantly, dismissing the opinions of everyone in the room.
- 2. With an attitude of superiority or disdain for others.
- Example: He arrogantly assumed that his ideas were superior to all others.
- 3. In a self-important or overbearing way.
- Example: The manager arrogantly addressed his staff, ignoring their concerns.
- 4. With an air of superiority that is often unearned.
- Example: They walked into the meeting arrogantly, as if their presence alone would impress everyone.
Etymology
From the word 'arrogant', which comes from Latin 'arrogans', meaning 'presumptuous'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
arrogant as a peacock:
Extremely proud and self-satisfied.
arrogant attitude:
A disposition characterized by superiority and disdain.
think you’re better than others:
To believe oneself to be superior to others.
Related Words
arrogant:
Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance.
hubris:
Excessive pride or self-confidence.
conceited:
Excessively proud of oneself; vain.
supercilious:
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.
Slang Meanings of arrogantly
Meaning: Acting like a know-it-all.
Example Sentence: She always acts like a know-it-all, making her come off as arrogantly.
Meaning: Full of oneself.
Example Sentence: His full-of-himself attitude makes it hard to work with him.