1. the quality or behavior of being snooty; arrogant condescension or disdainful superiority

Examples

• Her snootiness made it difficult for her to make friends at the new school.
• The waiter’s snootiness toward customers who weren’t dressed formally was unprofessional.
• Despite his wealth, he avoided the snootiness that often comes with privilege.
• The club’s reputation for snootiness kept many potential members away.
• She was surprised by the snootiness of some students at the prestigious university.
• His snootiness disappeared when he realized he needed their help.