V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
disdain
noun, verb
Definition: (n.) strong contempt or feeling of scorn; (v.) to view with contempt and a feeling of superiority
Synonyms: (n.) contempt, ridicule, arrogance, (v.) disregard, reject, scorn, snub, despise
Antonyms: (n./v.) admire/admiration, respect, esteem
Tips: Disdain is derived from the Old French desdeignier, literally “to treat as unworthy,” from late Latin dignare, “to treat as worthy,” accompanied with the negative dis-. Sometimes disdain can be used in the form "to disdain to do" something, which is usually because of arrogance or a feeling that whatever is disdained is unworthy of attention or respect. Disdain in the noun form is synonymous with contempt, with the only real difference being that disdain has a verb form, while contempt is only a noun. (The verb form of contempt is contemn.)
Usage Examples:
The man regarded the noisy, nosey children in his neighborhood with disdain. (contempt, scorn) noun
The woman disdained to join those who were playing the game, feeling far too mature for such nonsense. (rejected, snubbed) verb
The woman disdained the stress of her job, yet relished the adrenaline rush it provided. (despised) verb
He was a simple country boy at heart and disdained the crowds and noise of the big city. (despised, scorned) verb
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