scorn
/skɔrn/
verb
- To feel or show that someone or something is not worthy of respect; to reject or refuse something because it is considered unworthy.
- She scorned his offer of help, saying she could do it herself.
- The old king scorned the advice of his younger advisors.
- Many people scorn the idea of eating insects, even though they are nutritious.
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noun
- A strong feeling that someone or something is worthless, stupid, or not deserving respect.
- The politician's lies were met with public scorn.
- He felt nothing but scorn for anyone who cheated.
- She looked at the messy room with scorn.
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