self-righteous

[US]/ˌselfˈraɪtʃəs/
[UK]/ˌselfˈraɪtʃəs/

Translation

adj.Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one's own actions and opinions are always right

Phrases & Collocations

self-righteous attitude

self-righteousness

being self-righteous

self-righteous people

so self-righteous

self-righteous tone

was self-righteous

appear self-righteous

feigned self-righteousness

inherently self-righteous

Example Sentences

he was a self-righteous know-it-all, constantly correcting everyone.

her self-righteous attitude alienated many of her colleagues.

the self-righteous politician launched a scathing attack on his opponents.

i dislike people who are self-righteous and judgmental.

his self-righteous pronouncements often lacked any substance.

she gave a self-righteous lecture on the importance of recycling.

the self-righteous blogger accused me of spreading misinformation.

it's tiring dealing with someone so self-righteous and stubborn.

despite being wrong, he remained self-righteous and unyielding.

the self-righteous security guard questioned my presence in the building.

she adopted a self-righteous tone when discussing the issue.

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