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Disdaining: meaning, definitions and examples

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disdaining

 

[ dɪsˈdeɪnɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

expressing contempt

Disdaining refers to the act of showing contempt or a lack of respect for someone or something. When a person disdains something, they regard it as unworthy of consideration. This attitude often leads to dismissive behavior and a sense of superiority over the subject of disdain. It can be expressed through words, actions, or even body language, indicating that one feels elevated above the entity being disdained.

Synonyms

despise, regard as inferior, scorn

Examples of usage

  • She disdained his attempts to impress her.
  • The critic disdained the film for its lack of originality.
  • He spoke of her ideas with a disdainful tone.

Translations

Translations of the word "disdaining" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desdenhando

🇮🇳 तिरस्कार करना

🇩🇪 verachtend

🇮🇩 menganggap remeh

🇺🇦 зневажаючи

🇵🇱 pogardzając

🇯🇵 軽蔑している

🇫🇷 méprisant

🇪🇸 despreciando

🇹🇷 hor görerek

🇰🇷 경시하는

🇸🇦 محتقرًا

🇨🇿 pohrdající

🇸🇰 pohrdajúci

🇨🇳 鄙视

🇸🇮 prezirajoč

🇮🇸 fyrirlitandi

🇰🇿 жеккөріп

🇬🇪 თვალყურის დადგმა

🇦🇿 təpə tutaraq

🇲🇽 despreciando

Word origin

The term 'disdain' originates from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'destener', which means 'to detach' or 'to disdain'. It is further traced back to Latin 'desdēnāre', which combines 'de-' meaning 'down, away' and 'dēnāre' meaning 'to look at'. The evolution of the word signifies a gradual transition from a literal sense to a more figurative one, implying a rejection or a casting away of something as unworthy. Historically, disdain has been associated with social hierarchies, where those of higher status would often express disdain for those perceived as lesser. Over the centuries, this term has been utilized in literature and rhetoric to convey powerful emotional and social sentiments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,121 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.