Meaning & Definition of word "Scornful"
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Scornful
/ˈskɔːrnfəl/
adjective:
- 1. Feeling or expressing contempt or derision; disdainful.
- Example: She shot him a scornful look when he suggested that she could not complete the task.
- 2. Characterized by or showing a lack of respect or reverence.
- Example: His scornful remarks about her abilities made it clear that he did not take her seriously.
- 3. Openly expressing contempt or disrespect.
- Example: The critic's scornful review of the movie left no doubt about his opinion of it.
Etymology
Middle English scornful, from scorn + -ful.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a scornful glance:
a look that expresses disdain or contempt
scornful of authority:
disrespectful towards those in power
scornful rejection:
dismissal with contempt
Related Words
scorn:
the feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable
contempt:
the feeling that a person or a thing is beneath consideration, worthless, or deserving scorn
disdain:
the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect
Slang Meanings of scornful
Meaning: to diss
Example Sentence: He dissed his supposed friend in front of everyone, making it scornful.
Meaning: shade
Example Sentence: She threw some shade with her scornful comments during the meeting.