Associations to the word «Disdain»

DISDAIN, noun. (uncountable) A feeling of contempt or scorn.

DISDAIN, noun. (obsolete) That which is worthy to be disdained or regarded with contempt and aversion.

DISDAIN, noun. (obsolete) The state of being despised; shame.

DISDAIN, verb. (transitive) To regard (someone or something) with strong contempt.

DISDAIN, verb. (intransitive) (obsolete) To be indignant or offended.

DISDAIN, noun. Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt"; "the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary".

DISDAIN, noun. A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient.

DISDAIN, verb. Look down on with disdain; "He despises the people he has to work for"; "The professor scorns the students who don't catch on immediately".

DISDAIN, verb. Reject with contempt; "She spurned his advances".