arrogance

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

Etymology

From Middle English arrogaunce, from Middle French arrogance, from Latin arrogantia.

In classic literature

Synonyms

haughtiness, hauteur, high-handedness, lordliness

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