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!
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She looked at him with disdain.
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He disdained to answer the question.
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The company disdained the idea of a union.
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She disdained his advances.
disdain Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for disdain
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Idioms Using disdain
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He considered it beneath his dignity to associate with people who didn't share his social status.
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She held her ex-husband in contempt for his infidelity.
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She looked down on people who didn't share her educational background.
Phrases with disdain
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She curled her lip in disdain when she saw the dirty dishes in the sink.
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He had a deep disdain for politicians and their empty promises.
disdainful of
showing contempt or lack of respect for someone or something
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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'
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.
