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Definitions for superciliously
su·per·cil·ious·ly
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Princeton's WordNet
sneeringly, superciliously, snidelyadverb
with a sneer; in an uncomplimentary sneering manner
"`I don't believe in these customs,' he said sneeringly"
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superciliouslyadverb
In a supercilious manner.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Superciliouslyadverb
Haughtily; dogmatically; contemptuously.
Etymology: from supercilious.
He, who was a punctual man in point of honour, received this address superciliously enough, sent it to the king without performing the least ceremony. Edward Hyde.
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superciliously
Superciliously is an adverb describing an action done in a manner that is haughty, disdainful, or contemptuous. It refers to behaving or speaking as if one is superior to others, often with a sense of arrogance or smugness.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of superciliously in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of superciliously in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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