signorize

/ˈsɪɡnəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to treat or behave like a signor, especially in a haughty or condescending manner.

“The actor’s signorized attitude towards the stagehand was seen as arrogant.”

2. noun

the act of treating or behaving like a signor, especially in a haughty or condescending manner.

“The director criticized the actor’s signorize in the performance.”

Synonyms

  • arrogantly
  • condescendingly
  • haughtily

Antonyms

  • humbly
  • modestly