scorn is the dictionary form of scorning Definition of scorn
1
[ noun ] lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

Examples

"he was held in contempt" "the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary"

2
[ verb ] look down on with disdain

Examples

"He despises the people he has to work for" "The professor scorns the students who don't catch on immediately"

3
[ verb ] reject with contempt

Examples

"She spurned his advances"

4
[ noun ] open disrespect for a person or thing

Synonyms

contempt

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