snob
noun
a person who imitates, cultivates, or slavishly admires social superiors and is condescending or overbearing to others.
Example Sentences
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To Sohm, snobbishness on the part of a sommelier is a sign of insecurity; he has seen it in some young members of his profession.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2025
The effervescent Hayes tossed off a quip about the perceived snobbishness of the Hamptons.
From New York Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
Hughes’ upbringing offered little opportunity for snobbishness or extravagance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2019
Yet for all of the snobbishness about Tukwila, about 45,000 jobs are located there — outnumbering its residents 2:1.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 7, 2018
“Well, he is really nice,” complained Rebecca, who could not easily be cured of snobbishness.
From Ruth Fielding In the Saddle College Girls in the Land of Gold by Alice B. Emerson
