矜才使气
      Explanation: Boast: boast; the air: emotional. Rely on their talents, so emotional, not modesty.
      Usage: -Linked; as attribute; containing derogatory
      Source: Qing Zhao Durian "Xiao Ting Huang Yalin Miscellany": "Sir profound erudition, boast only the gas, medical Bu art books, view all week."
      Examples: Mr. profound erudition, ~, medical Bu art books, all week view. (Qing Xia's "Ye Sou Pu Yan" XV back)
  • Thesaurus:  snobbery