upstartism

/ˌʌpˈstɑːtɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

the practice or spirit of being an upstart; a pretentious or arrogant attitude, especially towards social inferiors.

“The wealthy entrepreneur’s upstartism made him unpopular among the working-class voters.”

Synonyms

  • conceit
  • haughtiness
  • snobbery

Antonyms

  • humility
  • modesty