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    Dédaigneuse (en. Disdainful)

    /de.dɛɲøz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Describes a person who looks at others with disdain.
    She has a disdainful look towards those who do not share her opinions.
    Elle a un regard dédaigneux envers ceux qui ne partagent pas ses opinions.
    Who expresses a haughty attitude.
    Her disdainful tone of voice did not make her seem friendly.
    Son ton de voix dédaigneux ne la rendait pas sympathique.
    Who shows a dismissive indifference.
    He responded in a disdainful manner to the question asked.
    Il répondit d'une manière dédaigneuse à la question posée.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to disdain', which itself comes from the Latin 'dedignari'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a disdainful look
    To behave arrogantly, looking down on others.
    avoir un air dédaigneux
    to speak in a disdainful tone
    To express oneself with contempt, as if one were superior.
    parler d'un ton dédaigneux

    Related Words

    to disdain
    To have contempt for something or someone.
    dédaigner
    disdain
    An attitude of contempt or rejection.
    dédain

    Slang Meanings

    To mock in a casual manner.
    He responded in a disdainful tone, almost as if he were mocking her.
    Il a répondu avec un ton dédaigneux, presque comme s'il se moquait d'elle.
    To act important.
    She often acts like a disdainful person, believing herself to be superior to her friends.
    Elle agit souvent comme une dédaigneuse, se croyant supérieure à ses amis.