The idiom "think little of someone" is a versatile expression that conveys a negative opinion or low regard for an individual. It can be traced back to the 14th century, with early instances using the phrase "to thinke litel of" or "to thinke smale of." The idiom has evolved over time, incorporating various synonyms for "little" to emphasize the depth of disapproval or disdain.

What is the origin of the idiom "think little of someone" and when to use it?

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to [think] (little|badly|poorly) of {sb}

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英語での「 think little of somebody 」の定義と意味

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