English Explanatory Dictionary

disdain

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A feeling of contempt or scorn.
  2. That which is worthy to be disdained or regarded with contempt and aversion.
  3. The state of being despised; shame.
verb
  1. To regard (someone or something) with strong contempt.
  2. To be indignant or offended.

Pronunciation

dĭs-dān' /dɪsˈdeɪn/ /dɪˈsteɪn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-disdain.wav

Word forms

disdain disdains disdaining disdained

Etymology

From Middle English disdeynen, from Old French desdeignier (modern French dédaigner).

Synonyms

abomination condescension contempt despisal scorn abominate contemn

Antonyms

adoration admiration honor respect reverence adore admire revere

Derived words

disdainable disdainful disdainer disdainingly undisdained undisdaining
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