1. showing that you think something is not worth considering or discussing seriously

Examples

• She gave a dismissive wave of her hand.
• His dismissive attitude toward her suggestions was frustrating.
• The teacher was dismissive of the student’s concerns.
• He made a dismissive comment about the new policy.
• Her dismissive tone made it clear she wasn’t interested.
• The critic wrote a dismissive review of the play.
• Don’t be so dismissive of other people’s ideas.