1. in a proud, arrogant manner that shows you think you are better than other people

Examples

• She haughtily dismissed his suggestion without even considering it.
• The wealthy woman looked haughtily at the other customers in the store.
• He haughtily refused to apologize for his rude behavior.
• The princess walked haughtily past the servants without acknowledging them.
• She haughtily corrected his pronunciation in front of everyone.
• The critic haughtily declared the painting worthless.