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disdain

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈdeɪn/

The English word “disdain” has 5 meanings listed here.

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.

Etymology

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

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