DISDAIN

/dɪsˈdeɪn/ ► audio Scrabble 9 Words With Friends 10

Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1D2A1I1N1 = 9

Definition

  1. verb look down on with disdain. — synonyms: contemn, despise, scorn
  2. verb reject with contempt. — synonyms: reject, spurn, freeze_off, scorn, pooh-pooh, turn_down
  3. noun lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. — synonyms: contempt, scorn, despite
  4. noun a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient. — synonyms: condescension, patronage

Examples

  • “He despises the people he has to work for”
  • “The professor scorns the students who don't catch on immediately”
  • “She spurned his advances”

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