Synonyms for

Arrogance

Verb / ˈerʌgʌns / Another word for arrogance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Arrogance is when someone thinks they are better or more important than others and shows it in their words or actions.

Synonyms & similar words

highhandedness hauteur haughtiness lordliness conceit pride vanity haughtiness egotism pomposity hubris snobbery superiority smugness self-importance arrogancy overconfidence presumption self-admiration self-assumption self-conceit self-consequence self-glorification self-love

Synonyms by register

Formal

haughtiness superciliousness loftiness pretension

Informal

uppishness bigheadedness swank airs

Literary

hubris vainglory pride

Antonyms

humility modesty meekness deference submission lowliness

Common collocations

  • utter arrogance
  • sheer arrogance
  • concealed arrogance
  • arrogance and pride
  • arrogance of power
  • unbelievable arrogance

Word family

noun arrogance
verb arrogate
adjective arrogant
adverb arrogantly

Usage note

Arrogance implies an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities, often displayed through condescending behavior. It is a negative trait, suggesting a lack of self-awareness and respect for others.

Example sentences

  1. His arrogance made him think he was always right.
  2. She showed her arrogance by talking down to others.
  3. Arrogance can cause people to lose friends.
  4. His arrogance made him unpopular with his coworkers.
  5. Arrogance is not a desirable trait in a leader.

Quotes

  • Arrogance is the camouflage of insecurity.
  • Arrogance is a weed that grows mostly on a dunghill.
  • The arrogance of success is to think that what you did yesterday will be sufficient for tomorrow.

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