Arrogancia (en. Arrogance)
/a.ro.'ɣan.θja/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Behavior of someone who feels or acts with superiority.
His arrogance prevents him from making friends.
Su arrogancia le impide hacer amigos.
Disdain or contempt for others.
The arrogance he displayed at the meeting was inappropriate.
La arrogancia que mostró en la reunión fue inapropiada.
Excessive pride.
Arrogance can lead to loneliness.
La arrogancia puede llevar a la soledad.
Etymology
From Latin 'arrogantia', which means 'pride' or 'haughtiness'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have arrogance
To show a disdainful or superior attitude.
tener arrogancia
unrestrained arrogance
Excessive prideful attitude.
arrogancia desmedida
disguised arrogance
Subtle presentation of an arrogant attitude.
arrogancia disfrazada
Related Words
pride
Excessive pride or vanity.
soberbia
haughtiness
Attitude of someone who feels superior.
altanería
overbearingness
Attitude of someone who abuses their power.
prepotencia
Slang Meanings
Cool
With his attitude, he thinks he's really cool.
Con su actitud, se cree muy chido.
Stingy
Don't be stingy, there's no need for so much arrogance.
No seas codo, no hay necesidad de tanta arrogancia.