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Definitions of "Stush" (Slang)

Spelling Variations : stoosh,


1. Stush (Adjective)


English Translation

Arrogant, Snobbish


Definition

A term used to describe someone who is conceited, pretentious, or acts superior to others, often associated with a sense of entitlement or airs of grandeur


Example Sentences

Patois: She always deh act stush, as if she betta than everyone else
English: She's always acting arrogant, as if she's better than everyone else


Related Words

Hot Steppa , Infahmah , Shot a buss , Gallis ,



posted by anonymous on September 7, 2023


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2. Stush (Adjective)


English Translation

Stuck-Up


Definition

A term used to describe someone who is arrogant, snobbish, or pretentious, often referring to a person's demeanor or behavior


Example Sentences

Patois: She always act so stush, like she too good fi everybody
English: She always acts stuck-up, as if she's too good for everyone



posted by anonymous on August 17, 2023


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3. Stush


English Translation

Stuck up


Definition

Slang term for someone that acts superior, stuck up, conceited etc…


Example Sentences

Patois: Why dat likkle gyal ah act so stoosh?
English: Why is that little girl acting so stuck up?


Related Words

All fruits ripe , Babylon , Bad like yaz , Bashy ,



posted by anonymous on September 25, 2013


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