disdain
/dɪsˈdeɪn/
verb
- To consider someone or something as unworthy of one's attention, respect, or effort; to scorn.
- She disdained to answer the rude question.
- They disdain anyone who cheats to win.
- He disdained the offer because it was too low.
noun
- A feeling of strong dislike or lack of respect for someone or something considered unworthy or inferior.
- She looked at the messy room with disdain.
- He spoke of the dishonest politician with obvious disdain.
- The chef showed disdain for fast food.
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