Desdenes (en. Disdain)

/desˈðenes/

Meaning & Definition

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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.