disdain | Definition of disdain

disdain

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of disdain

to show contempt for

disdained the deserter as a coward

Synonyms of disdain

contemn, dis (also diss) [slang], disrespect, high-hat, look down (on or upon), scorn, slight, sniff (at), snoot, snub

Words Related to disdain

abhor, abominate, despise, detest, execrate, hate, loathe

belittle, deplore, deprecate, disparage

disapprove (of), discountenance, disfavor, frown (on or upon)

Phrases Synonymous with disdain

look down one's nose (at), sneeze at, thumb one's nose (at), walk over

Near Antonyms of disdain

cherish, prize, treasure, value

admire, esteem, lionize

hallow, revere, venerate, worship

accept, appreciate, approve (of), care (for), countenance, favor, OK (or okay), subscribe (to)

Antonyms of disdain