Meaning of the word supercilious in English
What does supercilious mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
supercilious
US /ˌsuː.pɚˈsɪl.i.əs/
UK /ˌsuː.pəˈsɪl.i.əs/
Adjective
behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others
Example:
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The supercilious waiter looked down at us when we ordered the cheapest wine.
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Her supercilious attitude made her unpopular with her colleagues.