Mar 24, 2013 · Uppity is an attributive modifier or noun adjunct as the essential meaning of the word is inherently linked to the object described. Beyond connotation, the denotative logic of the derogative …

Nov 2, 2014 · The adjective uppity is an informal, somewhat old-fashioned word. When used to mean "arrogant" or "presumptuous," it is no more offensive than either of these synonyms.

Worth noting: though the validity of he don’t in various dialects is debatable, I’ve yet to come across a dialect in which he doesn’t isn’t considered correct. In other words, as a non-native speaker it is …

My research has resulted in theoretical reasons for the usage of the term "nigger", and I have failed to uncover any evidence as to how this nasty little epithet evolved into the usage and connotat...

Oct 4, 2023 · For biggity, OED mentions uppity as a possible parallel formation. Briggity appears to be some arbitrary formation based on biggity, perhaps an eye dialect version.

Apr 9, 2012 · A phrase by uppity writers to accord them some sort of literary legitmacy--they think. In fact, the highfalutin parenthetical expression is meaningless, as it were.

May 31, 2019 · We found the following answers for: Norse war god crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on May 31 2019 Daily Themed Mini Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Norse …

Googling for "uppity racist" and similar things shows that this is a hotly debated question. Certainly some writers find it racist, eg here, at Daily Kos; others reckon this is an over-interpretation, eg several …

Jun 3, 2016 · That's pretty damned intimate for an uppity program; feels like those bulk emails that make sure to use your name in the first line. Complete sentences are at least a proxy for intelligent …

Mar 28, 2015 · Is there a word that is somewhere between "participated in" and "led?" For example, last year my company created a new team and assigned me to lead it. I contributed significantly to the …