Etymology

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Today it means: Acting snobbish, arrogant, or superior; uppity; perceived to be trying to associate with a higher social class. Full definition →

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The story

Uncertain. Perhaps an alteration of sedate (see quotation below) or another word. Attested from the 20th century.

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