superciliously
|su-per-cil-i-ous-ly|
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/ˌsuː.pɚˈsɪl.i.əs.li/
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/ˌsuː.pəˈsɪl.i.əs.li/
(supercilious)
haughty demeanor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'supercilious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'superciliosus,' where 'supercilium' meant 'eyebrow' or 'haughty demeanor.'
Historical Evolution
'superciliosus' transformed into the French word 'supercilieux,' and eventually became the modern English word 'supercilious' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'haughty demeanor,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing disdain or contempt.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows haughty disdain or contempt.
She looked at him superciliously, as if he were beneath her notice.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45