The word "hoity" means to act or behave in a way that shows arrogance or superiority.
Sentences with «hoity»
Though it feels hoity toity at its most basic, shearling is surprisingly easy to work into your existing wardrobe. (momtastic.com)
The fantasy convention of magic swords with hoity - toity names comes in for ridicule, too, when brutal asshole King Joffrey (Jack Gleeson) demands a title for his new enchanted blade and some wags in the audience yell back «Stormbringer!» (filmfreakcentral.net)
Every sommelier I know, even the folks who work at hoity - toity spots, are all down - to - earth, easy conversationalists who realize how intimidating they're perceived to be.» (fooddrink-magazine.com)