nounnounadjective
el prepotente
arrogant
The Spanish word "prepotente" is an adjective used to describe someone who behaves in an overbearing, arrogant, or domineering manner.
Meaning:
- Prepotente characterizes a person who exerts power or authority in an excessive, unfair, or oppressive way.
- It can describe someone who acts with self-importance and does not respect others' opinions or feelings due to their sense of superiority.
Parts:
- The word comes from the prefix "pre-" (meaning "before" or "ahead") and "potente" which means "powerful."
- So, prepotente literally means "overpowering" or "having power in excess."
Spanish Synonyms:
- Arrogante (arrogant)
- Soberbio (proud, haughty)
- Altanero (haughty)
- Imperioso (imperious)
- Dominante (domineering)
Spanish Antonyms:
- Humilde (humble)
- Modesto (modest)
- Respetuoso (respectful)
- Sumiso (submissive)
Usage:
- "Ese jefe es muy prepotente con sus empleados."
(That boss is very overbearing with his employees.)
In summary, prepotente refers to a person who uses their power or position in an excessively authoritative or arrogant way.
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Examples
El hombre parece prepotente.adjective
The man seems arrogant.
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