adjective
snobby
SNO-bee
Snobby (adjective) means Snobbish; acting or feeling superior to others. Example: “The restaurant had a snobby vibe that made newcomers uncomfortable.”
adjective
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Snobbish; acting or feeling superior to others.
"The restaurant had a snobby vibe that made newcomers uncomfortable."
How to use snobby
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA more casual way of saying "snobbish."
When to use it
Informal; interchangeable with "snobbish" but sounds more conversational.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- snobbier
- Superlative
- snobbiest
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Etymology
Formed from snob and -y.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for snobby
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What does “snobby” mean?
The word “snobby” means snobbish; acting or feeling superior to others. In plain terms, a more casual way of saying "snobbish.".
How do you pronounce “snobby”?
“Snobby” is pronounced SNO-bee (/ˈsnɑbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “snobby” in a sentence?
Here is “snobby” used in a sentence: “The restaurant had a snobby vibe that made newcomers uncomfortable.”
What part of speech is “snobby”?
“Snobby” is an adjective.
