haughty
adjective C2
Plain meaning
proud in an unpleasant way, as if others are less important
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss proud in an unpleasant way, as if others are less important in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described haughty attitude in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that haughty attitude can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
haughty attitudehaughty tonehaughty expression
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “haughty attitude”.