Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

altivo

Adjective
ahl-TEE-voh
Definition
Having a proud or haughty demeanor; characterized by a sense of superiority.
Examples
  • His altivo attitude made it difficult for others to approach him.
  • The altivo horse trotted majestically across the field.
Meaning
Altivo is often used to describe someone who carries themselves with dignity and confidence, sometimes to the point of seeming arrogant.
Synonyms
  • Arrogant
  • Proud
  • Haughty
  • Sovereign
  • Stately