arrogance

This term describes a specific blend of overconfidence and contempt. It is not merely a high opinion of oneself, but a perceived superiority that manifests as a lack of respect for others. It carries a strong negative connotation, often implying a social transgression or a personality flaw that alienates peers.

As an uncountable noun, it refers to the abstract quality of being arrogant. While one might speak of "acts of arrogance" to describe specific instances, the word itself does not have a plural form used to describe multiple people or multiple types of the trait.