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    Desdenes (en. disdain )

    /desˈðenes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Attitude of contempt or indifference towards something or someone.
    His disdain for criticism was evident.
    Su desdén por las críticas fue evidente.
    A display of contempt, usually through gestures or words.
    He couldn't stand her disdain when she talked about her work.
    No soportaba su desdén cuando hablaba de su trabajo.
    Being in an emotional state of contempt.
    His disdain for the group's lack of commitment was noticeable.
    Se notaba su desdén por la falta de compromiso del grupo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'desdĭnĕre', which means to despise.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to show disdain
    To despise or show disinterest in something.
    hacer desdén
    disdain towards
    Feeling of dislike or contempt towards something or someone.
    desdén hacia

    Related Words

    contempt
    Lack of respect or consideration.
    menosprecio
    slight
    Act or attitude of contempt.
    desaire

    Slang Meanings

    Informal contempt.
    She looked at me with disdain, as if I were worthless.
    Me miró con desdén, como si no valiera nada.
    Mocking attitude towards something.
    That movie received disdain for its predictable plot.
    Esa película recibió desdén por su trama predecible.