Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: The behavior of someone who thinks they are better than others because of their social status, education, or wealth.

Example: Her snobbery made it difficult for her to make friends with people from different backgrounds.

Definition: Having an attitude of superiority and looking down on others; often associated with being pretentious or elitist.

Example: His snobbish behavior made it difficult for him to make friends.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect for people considered to be of a lower social status or class.

Example: She spoke snobbishly about her expensive tastes in fashion.

Definition: The quality or state of being snobbish, which means having an attitude of superiority towards others, often based on social class or wealth.

Example: Her snobbishness made it difficult for her to make friends with people from different backgrounds.

Definition: A behavior or attitude that shows a sense of superiority over others, often based on social class or taste.

Example: His snobbism made it difficult for him to connect with people from different backgrounds.

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.

Definition: Notably short in length or size, often used to describe a type of nose that is flat and wide.

Example: She has a snub nose that gives her a unique look.

Definition: A deliberate act of ignoring or showing disrespect to someone, often as a way to hurt their feelings.

Example: She felt hurt by the snub at the party when no one acknowledged her presence.

Definition: To ignore someone or something in a rude way, or to reject someone’s offer or invitation.

Example: She felt hurt when he decided to snub her invitation to the party.

Definition: Describing something that makes you think seriously or feel concerned about a situation.

Example: The documentary had a sobering effect on the audience, making them realize the seriousness of the issue.

Definition: To make someone feel serious or thoughtful, often by presenting a harsh reality or truth.

Example: The news of the accident was sobering for everyone in the community.

Definition: The condition of not being under the influence of alcohol or drugs; being clear-headed and serious.

Example: His soberness allowed him to make better decisions during the crisis.

Definition: Having a serious or solemn nature; lacking in exaggeration or extreme qualities.

Example: The sobersided discussion about the future of the project made everyone think carefully about their decisions.