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Scorning: meaning, definitions and examples

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scorning

 

[ หˆskษ”rnษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

disrespectful attitude

Scorning is to regard or treat with disdain or contempt. It involves expressing a strong feeling of dislike or disapproval toward someone or something perceived as inferior or unworthy. When one scorns, they often do so openly, making their feelings clear through words or actions. This behavior can stem from feelings of superiority or judgment, and it is often manifested in sarcasm or ridicule.

Synonyms

contempt, deride, disdain, mock

Examples of usage

  • She scorned his efforts to apologize.
  • They scorned the idea of attending the party.
  • He scorned the rules set by the administration.
  • The students scorned the outdated curriculum.

Translations

Translations of the word "scorning" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น desdenhando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคตเคฎเคพเคจเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verachtend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menghina

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฝะตะฒะฐะถะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pogardzanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ปฝ่”‘ใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉprisant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desprecio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hor gรถrme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฝ์‹œํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุฒุฏุฑุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pohrdรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pohrdanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝป่ง†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prezirovanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fyrirgefning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตะบ ะบำฉั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒชแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kiรงiltmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ desprecio

Etymology

The word 'scorn' originates from the Old French term 'escarne', which means 'to mock or ridicule'. This, in turn, is rooted in the Vulgar Latin verb 'excarinare', meaning 'to mock or deride'. The concept of scorn has evolved over the centuries, typically reflecting a strong feeling of contempt or derision towards someone or something considered unworthy. The term has been present in the English lexicon since the Middle Ages, and its usage has often been associated with social hierarchies and power dynamics, as individuals express disdain for those they perceive as lower in status or integrity. Scorning can manifest in various forms, including verbal expression, body language, and social exclusion, making it a significant aspect of human interaction and communication.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,843, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.