Scornful Meaning in English
word
ˈskɔɹnfəɫ
SKORN-full
skˈɔːnfəl
SKAWN-full
Definition
Showing that you think someone or something is not good enough or is unworthy of respect; expressing strong dislike or disrespect.
Usage & Nuances
Typically formal, often used to describe attitudes, looks, or tones of voice ('a scornful glance', 'a scornful remark'). Implies open disdain or lack of respect. Not usually used for mild dislike; it's stronger than 'disapproving' or 'critical'.
Spanish: desdeñoso - despreciativoPortuguese (BR): desdenhoso - desprezadorPortuguese (PT): desdenhoso - desprezadorChinese (Simplified): 轻蔑的 - 嘲笑的Chinese (Traditional): 輕蔑的 - 嘲笑的Hindi: तिरस्कारपूर्णArabic: مُزدرٍ - ساخرBengali: তাচ্ছিল্যপূর্ণ - অবজ্ঞাসূচকRussian: презрительныйJapanese: 軽蔑的な - 嘲るようなVietnamese: khinh bỉ - coi thườngKorean: 경멸하는 - 비웃는Turkish: küçümseyici - aşağılayıcıUrdu: تحقیر آمیز - حقارت بھراIndonesian: menghina - mencemooh
Example Sentences
She gave him a scornful look.
basic
His scornful comments hurt her feelings.
basic
The teacher spoke in a scornful tone.
basic
He sounded almost scornful when he talked about their efforts.
natural
Don't be so scornful—everyone makes mistakes sometimes.
natural
She couldn’t hide her scornful attitude during the meeting.
natural