DISDAIN
Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1D2A1I1N1 = 9
Definition
- verb look down on with disdain. — synonyms: contemn, despise, scorn
- verb reject with contempt. — synonyms: reject, spurn, freeze_off, scorn, pooh-pooh, turn_down
- noun lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. — synonyms: contempt, scorn, despite
- 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”