Cryptic crossword clue
Novel a huge hit? Right to be relatively proud 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word HAUGHTIER

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Crossword Answer definitions

HAUGHTIER adjective
  1. Conveying in demeanour the assumption of superiority; disdainful, supercilious.

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