Haughty
/ˈhɔː.ti/noun
Having an attitude of superiority and disdain for those considered inferior.
Did you know?Historically, haughtiness was often associated with pride leading to a downfall, reflecting the ancient belief in the dangers of excessive self-importance.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*ḱeu̯-
“to rise, to be high”
Old English
Old English
hāh
“high, elevated”
Old French
Old French
aut
“high, lofty”
Middle English
Middle English
haughte
“proud, lofty”
Modern English
English
haughty
“arrogantly superior and disdainful”
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