Meaning & Definition of word "Arrogantly"
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.