conceitedly

• Décrit une manière de se comporter avec une opinion excessivement élevée de ses propres capacités, de son apparence ou de son importance, souvent avec une attitude dédaigneuse envers les autres.

Describes the manner of acting with an excessively favorable opinion of one's own abilities, appearance, or worth, often accompanied by a dismissive attitude toward others.

1. In a self-admiring mannerC1formal

   Behaving with an inflated sense of personal excellence or attractiveness, frequently disregarding the input or feelings of others.

   de manière vaniteuse

   • He smiled smugly at his reflection, adjusting the lapels of his designer jacket.
   • She spoke about her grand achievements, completely oblivious to the room's indifference.
   • The performer took a bow with a flourish, expecting endless adoration from the crowd.
   • He dismissed their suggestions outright, convinced his approach was superior.
   • They sauntered into the gathering as if the entire event revolved around their presence.

   Synonymesarrogantlyegotisticallyhaughtilypompouslysmuglysuperciliouslyvainly

   Antonymeshumblymodestly

2. With arrogant presumptionC2formal

   Acting upon the belief that one is inherently more talented or intelligent, leading to patronizing or superior treatment of peers.

   avec arrogance et présomption

   • The young prodigy lectured the seasoned experts on basic principles, blind to his own naivety.
   • She assumed command of the project group without consulting anyone, deeming herself the natural leader.
   • He critiqued their work with a patronizing tone, offering unsolicited and condescending advice.
   • Believing none could match her intellect, she scoffed at the collaborative brainstorming session.
   • They pronounced the theory flawed based on a cursory reading, never questioning their shallow understanding.

   Synonymesarrogantlycondescendinglyhaughtilyoverbearinglypatronizinglypompouslysmuglysuperciliouslyvainly

   Antonymeshumblymodestly