disdain

[dɪsˈdeɪn]

disdain Definition

  • 1the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt
  • 2to consider someone or something unworthy of respect or unworthy of one's time

Using disdain: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disdain" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She looked at him with disdain.

  • Example

    He disdained to answer the question.

  • Example

    The company disdained the idea of a union.

  • Example

    She disdained his advances.

disdain Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using disdain

  • not worthy of one's respect or attention

    Example

    He considered it beneath his dignity to associate with people who didn't share his social status.

  • to have a strong feeling of dislike or disrespect for someone or something

    Example

    She held her ex-husband in contempt for his infidelity.

  • to regard with contempt or disdain

    Example

    She looked down on people who didn't share her educational background.

Phrases with disdain

  • to show contempt or disgust for someone or something

    Example

    She curled her lip in disdain when she saw the dirty dishes in the sink.

  • a feeling of contempt or lack of respect for someone or something

    Example

    He had a deep disdain for politicians and their empty promises.

  • disdainful of

    showing contempt or lack of respect for someone or something

    Example

    She was disdainful of his attempts to impress her with his wealth.

Origins of disdain

from Old French 'desdeign', from des- (expressing reversal) + deignier 'deem worthy'

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Summary: disdain in Brief

The term 'disdain' [dɪsˈdeɪn] refers to the feeling of contempt or lack of respect for someone or something. It can also mean to consider someone or something unworthy of respect or unworthy of one's time. 'Disdain' is often used in phrases like 'curl one's lip in disdain,' and idioms like 'hold in contempt,' which denote strong feelings of dislike or disrespect.