disdain

🇬🇧 UK/dis'dein/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A strong feeling of contempt or scorn toward someone or something considered inferior.

蔑视;轻视;鄙视

v.

To regard someone or something with contempt; to refuse as unworthy.

蔑视;鄙弃;不屑

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
disdainother
=disdain

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She regarded his attempts with barely concealed disdain.

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