scorn
Third Person
scorns
Present Participle
scorning
Past Tense
scorned
Past Participle
scorned
1
to have no respect for someone or something because one thinks they are stupid or undeserving
transitive
- She scorns those who prioritize material wealth over kindness and compassion.
- He scorns individuals who spread false information and misinformation.
- They scorn the idea of discrimination and strive for inclusivity and equality.
- I scorn hypocrisy and value authenticity and sincerity in others.
- We scorn those who exploit the vulnerable for personal gain.
2
to reject or treat something or someone with contempt or disdain
transitive
- She scorned the offer, believing it was beneath her.
- He scorned their attempts to apologize, feeling they were insincere.
- She scorned the idea of working for such a low salary.
- He scorned the suggestion, believing it lacked merit.
- They scorned the invitation, thinking the event was not worth attending.