scorned
word · lemma: scorn
Definition
If someone is scorned, they are treated with strong dislike, disrespect, or contempt by others, often because of something they did or who they are.
Usage & Nuances
Usually appears in past participle form ('a scorned woman'), often for emotional hurt or rejection. Used formally, in literature, or to describe intense contempt. Not the same as 'ignored'; it's more severe and emotional.
Spanish: despreciado - desdeñadoPortuguese (BR): desprezado - menosprezadoPortuguese (PT): desprezado - menosprezadoChinese (Simplified): 被鄙视的 - 被蔑视的Chinese (Traditional): 被鄙視的 - 被蔑視的Hindi: तिरस्कृत - उपेक्षितArabic: مُزْدَرى - مُهان
Example Sentences
She felt scorned by her friends after the argument.
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A scorned child might withdraw from others.
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He was scorned because of his mistakes.
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Like a scorned lover, he refused to forgive or forget.
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Nobody wants to feel scorned at work; it ruins motivation.
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She wrote a letter to the friend who had scorned her, hoping for closure.
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