Meaning & Definition of word "Snooty"

Snooty

/ˈsnuːti/

1. Having or showing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or superiority.
- Example: She has such a snooty attitude, always looking down on those who don't dress as well as she does.
2. Snobbishly disdainful or aloof.
- Example: His snooty remarks about the local restaurants made it clear he thought he was above the town's cuisine.
3. Conceited; haughty.
- Example: The snooty group of students dismissed anyone who couldn’t afford the latest fashion.
4. Displaying a lack of respect for others' tastes or opinions.
- Example: I find it quite off-putting when people are so snooty about music genres that they don’t understand.

Originated in the early 19th century, possibly from 'snoot,' meaning 'nose'.

snooty attitude:

A demeanor that suggests arrogance and superiority.

snooty remarks:

Comments that are condescending or dismissive.

snob:

A person who believes that their tastes in a particular area are superior to those of others.

arrogant:

Having an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

Meaning: Highbrow

Example Sentence: She acts so highbrow now that she’s living in the city.

Meaning: Posh

Example Sentence: He's so posh since moving to the upscale neighborhood.