scorn
word
Definition
A strong feeling or expression of disrespect or belief that someone or something is worthless; to show open dislike or contempt.
Usage & Nuances
'Scorn' is formal/literary and usually expresses open dislike, sometimes with a sense of superiority. Common phrases: 'hold in scorn', 'pour scorn on'. Not used for mild dislike—strong word. As a verb and a noun.
Spanish: desdén - desprecioPortuguese (BR): desprezoPortuguese (PT): desprezoChinese (Simplified): 轻蔑 - 鄙视Chinese (Traditional): 輕蔑 - 鄙視Hindi: तिरस्कार - घृणाArabic: ازدراء - احتقارBengali: অবজ্ঞা - ঘৃণাRussian: презрениеJapanese: 軽蔑 - 侮蔑Vietnamese: khinh bỉ - coi thườngKorean: 경멸 - 멸시Turkish: aşağılama - küçümsemeUrdu: تحقیر - حقارتIndonesian: cemooh - penghinaan
Example Sentences
Many people scorn liars and cheaters.
basic
She poured scorn on his silly idea in front of everyone.
natural
You shouldn't scorn people just because they're different.
natural
His face was full of scorn as he reacted to the news.
natural
She looked at the old painting with scorn.
basic
He answered their questions with scorn.
basic