1. the behavior, attitudes, or beliefs of a snob; snobbery

Examples

• His snobbism was evident in the way he looked down on people from different backgrounds.
• The club’s snobbism made many potential members feel unwelcome.
• She rejected the snobbism of her wealthy peers and chose to live simply.
• Academic snobbism can create barriers between scholars and the general public.
• The restaurant’s snobbism toward casual diners hurt its reputation.
• Cultural snobbism prevents some people from appreciating popular art forms.