Beneath (one's) dignity In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "beneath (one's) dignity", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Christina Quynh calendar 2021-06-25 06:06

Meaning of Beneath (one's) dignity

Beneath (one's) dignity American British phrase

American British phrase

 If something is beneath someone’s dignity, they feel that they are too important to do it.

She thought washing dishes was beneath her dignity.

Do you believe that certain tasks are beneath your dignity or position? If you answer yes to any of those questions, then your attitude is not as good as it could be.

Is it beneath your dignity to beg for mercy?

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(to be) too big for your britches

Acting and behaving like you are of great importance, but actually, you aren't

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Conceited or overly proud

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To behave in a way showing that you are confident and proud of yourself.
 

cut (one's) comb

To humble someone who is acting arrogantly.

go to (one's) head

1. To make someone arrogant, especially because of fame or success
2. To make someone feel dizzy or tipsy

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