haughty
/ˈhɔːti/
CEFR level C2Topic EmotionWord #7226 in the learning path
傲慢的；目中无人的
Definitions
adj. Acting as though you are better than other people.
傲慢的；目中无人的
Example
The customer gave the waiter a haughty look.
那位顾客傲慢地看了服务员一眼。
A haughty attitude among senior managers can discourage employees from sharing ideas and reporting problems openly.
高层管理者的傲慢态度会使员工不愿分享想法或公开反映问题。
Collocations
- haughty expression
- haughty attitude
- haughty tone
Word family
- haughtily (adv.)
- haughtiness (n.)
Synonyms
- arrogant
- disdainful
- supercilious
Antonyms
- humble
- modest
Usage tip
含贬义，强调自视高人一等，不等于自信。
FAQ
- What does haughty mean?
- Acting as though you are better than other people.
- How is haughty pronounced?
- UK /ˈhɔːti/, US /ˈhɔːti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
