uppity

/ˈʌpəti/ · adjective

Meaning

Presumptuous, above oneself, self-important; arrogant, snobbish, haughty.
Exceeding one's station or position, assuming prerogatives to which one is not entitled.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

overweening(English)immodest(English)snobbish(English)toplofty(English)presumptious(English)overpresumptuous(English)overhaughty(English)puffed up(English)blues(English)origin(English)women(English)black(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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