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Word of the Day – Hincty

By October 3, 2025Word of the Day

Hincty (adj)

hink-tee

(Informal) Conceited or snobbish.

1920–25; of obscure origin

Example sentences

“She had such a hincty attitude, it always felt as though she was looking down on me.”

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