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

Business

Scenario:

I've heard several complaints about Jane's attitude towards her peers. They feel dismissed by her and that's not good for our team cohesion.

Response:

I agree. We have to address her supercilious behavior before it further affects team harmony.

Impact

Scenario:

Lisa's approach towards the locals is not going down well with them. The purpose of our mission is to empower them, not diminish them.

Response:

I agree. Lisa should refrain from supercilious behavior, it's not conducive to our mission's success.