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HIGHFALUTIN

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Highfalutin.

How to pronounce highfalutin:

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Highfalutin - as an adjective satellite

Affectedly genteel; to carry an air of affected importance; to be snobbish and haughty

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grandiosehifalutinhighfalutinghoity-toityla-di-da

Highfalutin - as a noun

Pompous speech or writing.

Highfalutin - as an adjective

Self-important, pompous; arrogant or egotistical.

Example: "His speech was very highfalutin."

Example Sentences

"I can't stand his highfalutin; he always talks down to people."
"Her constant highfalutin made it difficult for others to have a conversation with her."
"He thinks he's better than everyone else because of his highfalutin."
"I don't understand why he always uses such highfalutin language."
"His highfalutin attitude is really off-putting."
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Word Game Points

Is HIGHFALUTIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, highfalutin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HIGHFALUTIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is HIGHFALUTIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, highfalutin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HIGHFALUTIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is HIGHFALUTIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, highfalutin is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HIGHFALUTIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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