Definition

The quality of being arrogant or snobbish, often showing disdain for those considered inferior.

Example

Her snootiness made it difficult for her to make friends at the new school.

Conversation

Have you noticed her snootiness lately at the gatherings?

Yeah, it's like she's trying to act better than everyone else.

I really don't understand why she feels the need for that kind of snootiness.

Me neither; it just makes her less enjoyable to be around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snootiness → It is formed from "snooty" (a colloquial term meaning arrogant or pretentious, possibly derived from the dialectal English word "snoot" meaning nose) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "snootiness" refers to the state of being snooty or exhibiting arrogance and pretentiousness.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who acts 'arrogantly' or 'pretentiously' ('snooty') and remember that 'snootiness' describes the quality of that behavior.

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