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haughty

[ haw-tee ] [ ˈhɔ ti ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

disdainfully proud; scornfully arrogant

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  • First recorded in 1520–30.
  • Originated from the obsolete word haught, a variant of the late Middle English haute, from the Latin altus, meaning “high”+ y2.

EXAMPLES OF HAUGHTY 

  • Despite her humble beginnings, she adopted a haughty attitude once she gained wealth and power.
  • The manager’s haughty tone alienated the employees, making them feel undervalued.
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druthers

[ druhth-erz ] [ ˈdrʌð ərz ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

one's own way, choice, or preference

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More about druthers

  • First recorded in 1870–75.
  • Formed from (I, you, etc.)’d rather, contraction of would rather.”

EXAMPLES OF DRUTHERS 

  • If the team had their druthers, they’d rather work from home than come to the office.
  • My druthers would be to have dessert before dinner, but I know that’s not practical.
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denigrate

[ den-i-greyt ] [ ˈdɛn ɪˌgreɪt ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

verb

to belittle; attack maliciously

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More about denigrate

  • First recorded in 1520–30.
  • From the Latin dēnigrātusmeaning “to blacken.”

EXAMPLES OF DENIGRATE

  • The politician tried to denigrate his opponent by spreading false rumors about his personal life.
  • Critics often denigrate modern art, claiming it lacks the skill of traditional techniques.
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