haughty

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In the criminally short-lived series, Van Der Beek played a version of himself that was far more asinine and haughty than the actor was known to be in real life.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

Her one condition, delivered in the haughty tone of an offended aristocrat, was that they sign a note guaranteeing repayment for the damage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

In Ava Pickett's fresh adaptation, being staged at London's Rose Theatre, Emma Woodhouse still has all the trademark traits of our beloved original heroine – she's clever, quick-witted, meddling, haughty and occasionally cruel.

From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025

British comedian Lenny Henry starred in the show’s three seasons as Gareth Blackstock, the haughty chef of a Michelin-starred restaurant in the English countryside.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2025

“What a haughty, uninteresting creature that oldest Miss March is!” was the unfortunately audible remark of one of the ladies, as the door closed upon their guests.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott