Meaning of 'High and mighty'
What does the saying 'High and mighty' mean?
Idiom: High and mighty
Meaning:
The high and mighty are the people with authority and power. If a person is high and mighty, they behave in a superior and condescending way.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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