snobbism

== English == === Alternative forms === snobism === Etymology === From snob +‎ -ism, where the letter b is doubled in order to clarify the pronunciation of the letter o. === Noun === snobbism (countable and uncountable, plural snobbisms) A snobbish attitude, particularly in relation to art or high culture. ==== Usage notes ==== The synonym snobbery is used much more frequently. ==== Synonyms ==== snobbery