distain
/dɪsˈteɪn/
verb
- To regard with contempt or strong disapproval; to consider someone or something as unworthy or beneath notice.
- He distains the idea of using shortcuts to finish the project.
- She distains any form of dishonesty in her workplace.
- Many art critics distain mass-produced decorations as lacking true creativity.
noun
- A feeling of contempt or strong disapproval toward someone or something.
- The politician's distain for the opposing party was clear in his speech.
- He looked at the messy room with obvious distain.
- Her distain for gossip made her a trusted friend.