1. Verb
A feeling of contempt and aversion; the regarding anything as unworthy of or beneath one; scorn.
2. Verb
That which is worthy to be disdained or regarded with contempt and aversion.
3. Verb
The state of being despised; shame.
4. Verb
To think unworthy; to deem unsuitable or unbecoming; as, to disdain to do a mean act.
5. Verb
To reject as unworthy of one's self, or as not deserving one's notice; to look with scorn upon; to scorn, as base acts, character, etc.
6. Verb
To be filled with scorn; to feel contemptuous anger; to be haughty.
7. 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"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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