Hauteur

usgb/hɔːˈtɜːr/
noun

Proud and superior manner that shows disrespect.

Her hauteur was evident by the way she looked down on everyone else at the party.
Visual representation of "hauteur" - Proud and superior manner that shows disrespect

Often appears as...

  • sense of hauteur
  • air of hauteur

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

Hauteur suggests negative feelings and judgement. It's not just pride, but pride that looks down on others.

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His hauteur made him few friends among his colleagues.
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Social Contexts

Use 'hauteur' when describing social interactions where someone behaves as if they're better than others.

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Despite her achievements, she approached the committee with an unbecoming hauteur.
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Emotional Impact

Hauteur can create an emotional distance or cause offense in social settings. It's not a compliment.

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The professor's hauteur during discussions discouraged students from participating.
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