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Definition of arrogance

arrogance

/ˈær.ə.ɡəns/
ar · ro · gance
Adverb:arrogantly
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Adjective:arrogant
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arrogance Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims and assumptions.

Example

"His sheer arrogance during the negotiation alienated several key business partners."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French arrogance, from Latin arrogantia, derived from arrogare ('to claim as one's own' or 'to assume'), formed from ad- ('to') and rogare ('to ask' or 'to demand').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Arrogance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/arrogance
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