Uppity

A word used by poor people as an insult to those who have any ambition in life beyond being poor and miserable.

That uppity sumbitch thinks he's better than us because he went to college.

by fuckaroobill November 17, 2023

Uppity Nigger

The 1952 edition of the Oxford dictionary listed the term "uppity (N-word)" with this definition: "Above oneself, self-important, 'jumped up,' haughty, pert, putting on airs" -- although there is race-neutral usage spanning the dictionary's history.

Maxine Waters is an uppity nigger.

by jaykooperesquire March 5, 2025

Giddy-uppity

Term used to describe the appearance of uppity male urbanites who have no association with cattle ranching, horses, or agriculture, but choose to wear western attire to create the impression of being a cowboy. Typical Giddy-uppity wear includes overpriced cowboy hats, boots, bolo ties and large shiny belt buckles warn with tight-fitting designer jeans and collared shirts. In addition to cowboy-style clothing, those classified as giddy-uppity are often seen driving sports cars, Cadillacs, and SUVs and can be easily identified by their arrogance and well-groomed facial hair.

Also see poser.

Examples:
"Take off that cowboy hat if you're going to wear a shirt and tie. It makes you look too giddy-uppity".

or

"Check out the giddy-uppity cowboy driving the Porche."

by Jimi G December 14, 2008

Ski-uppity

State of mind that the whole world revolves around skiing, overpriced gear and lodging and that you or your prodigy are superior skiers.

Creede is an old mountain town and not all ski-uppity

by Mdfrd July 12, 2013

Shutty le uppity

Sh-uh-tt-ee l-ey oop-ee-tee

An exclamation when you want to tell someone to shut up in a casual way.

"Shutty le uppity" said he.

by abc chicken August 14, 2023