haughty
adjective/ˈhɔti/
Frequency rank: #17,434 most common English word
Meaning
having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for others; arrogantly proud.
Example sentence
The new manager spoke to the staff in haughty tones that made everyone feel uncomfortable.
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