snobbery

noun

snob·​bery ˈsnä-b(ə-)rē 

plural snobberies

1

: snobbish conduct or character : snobbishness

2

: an instance of snobbery

Examples of snobbery in a Sentence

the snobbery of some wine connoisseurs

Recent Examples on the Web

To many, no other dessert exemplifies indulgence, legacy, craft — and maybe even a friendly dose of snobbery — quite like Sant Ambroeus’ principessa cake. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026

Film snobbery notwithstanding, however, much of that will be accomplished via non-Imax 70mm screenings, which come in a near-Homeric list of types. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

The one caveat is that fashion is an industry that thrives on snobbery. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 July 2026

This is a gently funny story that keeps the dignity of the senior characters whose wisdom helps the young woman take a new look at her mother’s snobbery. — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 24 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for snobbery

• jobbery
• robbery

Kids Definition

snobbery

noun

snob·​bery ˈsnäb-(ə-)rē 

: snobbish conduct