Arrogant

/ˈerəɡənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

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

His arrogant attitude made it difficult for him to work as part of a team.

Showing a lack of regard for others due to a sense of superiority.

She was often criticized for her arrogant manner when speaking to subordinates.

Overbearingly proud or haughty.

The arrogant prince dismissed the concerns of his people.

Exhibiting a sense of entitlement or condescension.

The arrogant CEO refused to listen to the advice of his advisors.

From Latin 'arrogans', present participle of 'arrogare' (to claim for oneself, to take to oneself).

Full of oneself

An expression describing someone who is excessively proud or self-important.

Swelled head

A phrase pointing to someone who has an inflated sense of self-importance.

Big-headed

Informal term for someone who has an excessively high opinion of themselves.

hubristic

Excessively proud or self-confident.

pretentious

Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed.

Big shot

He's always acting like a big shot, thinking he's better than everyone.

Know-it-all

She's such a know-it-all, always correcting others.