What is another word for antimonious?

Pronunciation: [ˌantɪmˈə͡ʊnɪəs] (IPA)

Antimonious is a relatively rare word, used to describe someone who is excessively opinionated or prone to making moral judgments. Its synonyms, however, are more commonly used in everyday language. Words such as self-righteous, sanctimonious, holier-than-thou, priggish, or preachy, all convey the same idea as antimonious. These words describe people who assume a superior attitude, often based on perceived moral or intellectual superiority. Such individuals tend to be dogmatic and intolerant of others' views, resulting in them being perceived as unpleasant or insufferable. So, if you hear someone being described as antimonious, it might be more helpful to think of them as self-righteous or sanctimonious.

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What are the hypernyms for Antimonious?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Antimonious

White coating of antimonious oxide deposited on Ch. Blue tinge imparted to flame.
"The Elements of Blowpipe Analysis"
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Heated in an ignition tube fuses and gives a sublimate of antimonious oxide.
"The Elements of Blowpipe Analysis"
Frederick Hutton Getman

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