snobbery

[ snob-uh-ree ]

noun

, plural snob·ber·ies.

1. snobbish character, conduct, trait, or act.

Word History and Origins

Origin of snobbery¹

First recorded in 1825–35; snob + -ery

Example Sentences

Smith understood how her features cut into and through a role – wide eyes amply lidded, trenchant cheekbones, features that one might associate with snobbery.

From Salon

Her performance was a delight, with a veneer of snobbery from which would emerge the masterly put down, particularly in the case of Mr Novello's failed movie.

From BBC

It’s also difficult to ignore the creeping sense of self-righteousness and - whisper it - snobbery around UPFs, which can make people feel guilty for eating them.

From BBC

"It's become a low-status issue because there's a degree of snobbery which prevents politicians talking about this."

From BBC

“I’m really proud of the lack of snobbery in our show,” McIver says.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• arrogance
• pretension