arrogance

CEFRC1

/ˈæɹ.ə.ɡəns/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A belief that you are better or more important than others.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The state of being arrogant; a type of extreme or foolish pride in which someone feels much superior to another.

Examples

  • The hostess couldn't possibly put up with his arrogance.

  • The hostess couldn't possibly tolerate his arrogance.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

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Origin

noun

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