GRE Word List

SUPERCILIOUS

coolly and patronizingly haughty

The meaning of the word supercilious is coolly and patronizingly haughty.

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WordMeaning
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
tediumthe quality or state of being tedious : tediousness
finitehaving definite or definable limits
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
tribunea Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates
gushto issue copiously or violently
gibeto utter taunting words
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt