arrogance
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
- nonarrogance noun
- nonarrogancy noun
- superarrogance noun
Etymology
Origin of arrogance
First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin arrogantia “presumption”; arrogant, -ance
Example Sentences
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He recently told Sports Illustrated, however, that his self-confidence should not be mistaken for arrogance.
From Los Angeles Times
LeBron James’ capitalized and televised “Decision” to head to South Beach felt like arrogance in the moment and looks entirely justified in retrospect.
From Salon
In their closing arguments, prosecutors said Kwon was driven by greed and arrogance, and had lied repeatedly about the efficacy and safety of his products.
A level of arrogance is perhaps to be expected in all elite athletes, and some believe it has powered Salah to the heights he and Liverpool have reached.
From BBC
Her much-anticipated new memoir is rife with arrogance and thin on sourcing.
From Los Angeles Times
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