Adjective uppity has 1 sense

1. overweening, uppity - presumptuously arrogant; "had a witty but overweening manner"; "no idea how overweening he would be"- S.V.Benet; "getting a little uppity and needed to be slapped down"- NY Times
   Antonym: modest (indirect, via immodest)
   

Definition of Uppity:

An adjective describing someone who acts in an arrogant, pompous, or superior manner, usually towards those considered lower in social status or authority.

Senses/Usages of Uppity:

Sense 1:

(Popular) - Being presumptuous or bold, often disregarding societal norms or expectations.

Example Sentence:

She became quite uppity when she realized her impressive talents.

Sense 2:

(Local) - Used in some regions of the United States, specifically the Southern states, with racial connotations. Implies a person of lower social status acting defiantly towards those perceived as superior.

Example Sentence:

He was accused of being uppity for speaking up against ingrained racial prejudices.

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