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supercilious
behaving as if superior to others
In more detail
1. (adjective) showing a disapproving or dismissive attitude toward others; acting as though you think you are better than other people
2. (adjective) characterized by an arrogant or superior manner
Examples
- 1. She gave me a supercilious look when I asked her for help, as if my question was beneath her intelligence.
- 2. His supercilious comments about other people's taste made him unpopular at the office.
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