disdain

/dɪsdˈe‍ɪn/

/dɪsˈdeɪn/

Disdain

the feeling that someone or something is not worthy of respect or consideration

synonyms : contempt

a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

to disdain

MAIN VERB

look down on with disdain

synonyms : contemn

reject with contempt

synonyms : freeze off

Examples

1. He disdains lack of control.

2. So, you disdain cassata!

3. However, some critics expressed disdain for the massive exhibition's easy sarcasm, cheap shots, and ultimately meaningless nature.

4. Disdain for crinolines became a worldwide trend.