SNOBBISM

snobbery, snobbism, snobbishness

(noun) the trait of condescending to those of lower social status

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

snobbism (countable and uncountable, plural snobbisms)

A snobbish attitude, particularly in relation to art or high culture.

Usage notes

The synonym snobbery is used much more frequently.

Synonyms

• snobbery

Source: Wiktionary


Snob"bism, n.

Definition: Snobbery.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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