1. the quality or state of showing contempt or disdain

Examples

• The scornfulness in her voice was unmistakable when she rejected the proposal.
• His scornfulness toward his younger brother’s efforts was hurtful.
• The critic’s scornfulness made the young artist doubt her abilities.
• She tried to hide her scornfulness behind a polite smile.
• The teacher’s scornfulness toward struggling students created a hostile environment.
• His scornfulness was evident in the way he rolled his eyes at every suggestion.