Bumptious
Bumptious adjective - Having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude.
Usage example: a bumptious young man whose family wealth gave him a sense of entitlement
Uppity
Uppity adjective - Having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude.
Usage example: uppity social climbers who were the biggest snobs in town
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