Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

haughtiest

adjective

/ˈhɔː.ti.ɪst/

Definition

Having or showing an attitude of superiority and disdain for those considered inferior.

Examples

She was the haughtiest person in the room, refusing to acknowledge anyone she deemed beneath her.
His haughtiest remarks alienated his teammates during the project.
The haughtiest of the aristocrats dismissed the opinions of common folk.

Meaning

The term ‘haughtiest’ describes individuals who are excessively proud and often look down on others. It implies a sense of arrogance and a belief in one’s own importance.