noun
- a feeling of contempt or scorn for someone or something considered unworthy or inferior
verb
- to regard or treat with contempt; to consider unworthy of one’s consideration or respect
Examples
- She looked at him with obvious disdain.
- His disdain for authority got him into trouble.
- The critic showed complete disdain for the new movie.
- He disdained their offer of help.
- She disdains people who are dishonest.
- The wealthy family disdained mixing with common folk.
- Her expression of disdain was unmistakable.