hankty

English

Etymology

Unknown. Perhaps from hank +‎ -ed +‎ -y.

Adjective

hankty (comparative more hankty, superlative most hankty)

1. Aloof; snobbish.

   Synonyms: reserved, standoffish; see also Thesaurus:aloof

2. Overbearing; pompous.

   Synonyms: conceited, snobbish; see also Thesaurus:arrogant

Related terms

• hincty
• hinky

Anagrams

• Khanty, thanky