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superciliously

/səˈpɜːrsɪliəsli/ adverb · British & US
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What does superciliously mean?

adverb

Used to describe something done with a feeling of superiority or disdain, often in a condescending manner.

Example

"She spoke superciliously about the new art exhibit, implying that it was beneath her."

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