Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
with one's nose in the air
idiom
wɪð wʌnz noʊz ɪn ði ɛr
Definition
To behave in a haughty or disdainful manner, often by showing a superior attitude towards others.
Examples
- She walked around the office with her nose in the air, ignoring the colleagues who greeted her.
- After receiving his promotion, he started acting with his nose in the air, as though he was above everyone else.
Meaning
This phrase implies that someone looks down on others, often suggesting they consider themselves better or more important.
Synonyms
- snobbish
- supercilious
- arrogant
- haughty
