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haughtily

 

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Adverbial haughtily has 1 sense
  1. haughtily - in a haughty manner; "he peered haughtily down his nose"
    Derived from adjective
    haughty1

Definitions from the Web

Term: Haughtily

Part of Speech: Adverb


Sense 1: In a haughty or superior manner

Sample Sentence 1: She walked haughtily past the crowd, not sparing a glance for anyone.


Part of Speech: Adjective (Related Term: Haughty)


Sense 1: Displaying an attitude of superiority and disdain

Sample Sentence 1: The haughty queen looked down upon her subjects, considering them beneath her.


Part of Speech: Adjective (Related Term: Haughty)


Sense 2: Characterized by arrogance or overbearing pride

Sample Sentence 2: His haughty behavior alienated those around him, leaving him isolated.


Part of Speech: Adjective (Related Term: Haughty)


Sense 3: Impressively grand or luxurious

Sample Sentence 3: The ballroom was decorated in a haughty style, with expensive chandeliers and ornate furniture.


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