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DISDAIN

(noun, verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Disdain.

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Disdain - as a noun

Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

Example: "He was held in contempt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contempt14despite10scorn7

A communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
condescension18patronage12

Disdain - as a verb

Look down on with disdain

Example: "He despises the people he has to work for"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contemn11despise10scorn7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
detest7hate7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Reject with contempt

Example: "She spurned his advances"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
freeze offpooh-poohreject15scorn7spurn7turn down
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decline10refuse9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She looked at him with disdain, unable to hide her contempt."
"He expressed his disdain for the author's writing style."
"The teacher showed disdain for the student's lack of effort."
"He spoke with disdain about his competitors, belittling their accomplishments."
"The politician's speeches were filled with disdain towards his opponents."
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Word Game Points

Is DISDAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disdain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISDAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DISDAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disdain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISDAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DISDAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disdain is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISDAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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