Pronunciation: /dɪsˈdeɪnfəl/
adjective showing contempt or lack of respect
A1 She gave him a disdainful look when he tried to flirt with her.
A2 The teacher's disdainful attitude towards the students was evident in her tone of voice.
B1 His disdainful remarks about the new policy did not sit well with his colleagues.
B2 The celebrity's disdainful behavior towards the fans caused a backlash on social media.
C1 The politician's disdainful dismissal of the opposition's arguments only served to further divide the country.
C2 The art critic's disdainful critique of the painting revealed his bias and lack of understanding of the artist's intentions.
formal The professor looked disdainful as he watched the students chatting during the lecture.
informal She gave a disdainful look to the person who cut in line at the grocery store.
slang The popular girl at school always acts disdainful towards anyone she considers beneath her.
figurative His disdainful attitude towards authority figures often got him into trouble.
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