snob

Meanings

• noun

  A person who affects an assumed importance and acts in a haughty or superior manner, often towards those perceived as beneath them.

  - "The wealthy socialite was a true snob, looking down on those less fortunate."
  - "He was shocked when the snob he had invited to dinner failed to recognize the waitstaff."

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Pronunciation

1. /snɒb/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

cad

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with snob
nob , dob , gob , job , lob

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Variants

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snob , snobs , snob appeal , snob appeals , snob value , anti-snob , anti-snobs , antisnob , antisnobs

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Etymology

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Originally, a snob was someone who tried to imitate the manners and speech of the nobility. The term comes from the word 'sneck' or 'snout,' as someone who was overly concerned with appearances and social status was said to have a 'sneaking' or 'sniffing' attitude.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'snob' first appeared in print in the 18th century.

2. In some circles, being called a 'snob' is considered a compliment.

3. The term 'snobbery' refers to the behavior or attitude of a snob.

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Related Concepts

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1. elitism: The belief that one's own group or class is superior to others and deserves special treatment or privileges.

2. social status: The position or rank of a person in society, often determined by wealth, education, or occupation.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'snob' has been used to describe characters who are overly concerned with social status and class distinctions. For example, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel 'The Great Gatsby,' the character Tom Buchanan is portrayed as a snob who looks down on those he perceives as beneath him.

How to Memorize "snob"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person with a haughty expression and a superior attitude, looking down on others.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'snob' with the idea of someone who thinks they are better than others.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Somebody Not Overly Bright' to help remember the meaning of 'snob'.

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