Power Dynamics In Language

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noun the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt

verb to regard or treat with haughty contempt; to scorn

  • She looked at him with disdain as he made another inappropriate comment.
  • I can't believe she said that with such disdain in her voice.
  • He gave me a look of pure disdain when I suggested going to that restaurant.
  • The artist's disdain for traditional techniques was evident in her abstract paintings.