Synonyms of 'arrogant' in British English
(adjective)
Definition
having an exaggerated opinion of one's own importance or ability
an air of arrogant indifference
Synonyms
stuck up (informal)
too big for your boots or breeches
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in the sense of bigheaded
What an arrogant, bigheaded bully.
Synonyms
swaggering,
puffed-up,
crowing,
too big for your boots or breeches
in the sense of cocky
Definition
excessively proud of oneself
He was a little cocky because he was winning all the time.
Synonyms
swaggering,
egotistical,
vain,
full of yourselfin the sense of contemptuous
Definition
showing or feeling strong dislike or disrespect
She gave a contemptuous little laugh and walked away.
Synonyms
on your high horse (informal),
contumeliousSynonyms of 'arrogant' in American English
(adjective)
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