supercilious

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Supercilious' is a fancy way of saying someone who behaves like they're superior to others, often in a very arrogant way. It's not exactly a compliment to be called supercilious.

Examples in Different Contexts

In tech forums, a 'supercilious' tone can deter newcomers. A community manager might advise, 'Let's ensure our responses are helpful and avoid coming off as supercilious, making everyone feel welcome.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

I've noticed Mark disregards critical feedback quite often. It won't be beneficial in the long run as we learn the most from our mistakes.

Response:

You're right. Mark could benefit from learning how to handle criticism without being supercilious.

Tech

Scenario:

Alex's reluctance to consider the ideas of junior developers seems problematic. It's essential to foster an open and collaborative atmosphere.

Response:

Yes, we need an empathetic environment, not a supercilious experience for our team members. I'll have a talk with Alex.