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Meaning of disdainfully
The primary meaning of the word "disdainfully" is to show contempt or scorn for something or someone.
Etymology of disdainfully
The word "disdainfully" originates from the Old French word "desdignier," meaning to consider unworthy, which is derived from the Latin word "dedignari," meaning to deem unworthy.
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially with the meaning of considering something or someone unworthy, and later developing to convey a sense of contempt or scorn.
Synonyms
scornfully
contemptuously
disdainfully
haughtily
proudly
snootily
snobbishly
superciliously
arrogantly
condescendingly
patronizingly
loftily
high-handedly
imperiously
overbearingly
domineeringly
superiorly
smugly
self-importantly
pretentiously
affectedly
conceitedly
vaingloriously
boastfully
pompously
grandiosely
extravagantly
ostentatiously
showily
flashily
gaudily
tastelessly
crudely
coarsely
rudely
brusquely
curtly
bluntly
harshly
unkindly
unsympathetically
callously
heartlessly
mercilessly
pitilessly
ruthlessly
brutally
savagely
ferociously
barbarously
inhumanly
Definitions
- With contempt or scorn, showing disrespect or distaste for something or someone.
- * In a manner that expresses haughty contempt or superiority.
Usage Examples
- She looked at him disdainfully, clearly unimpressed by his attempts to charm her.
- * He spoke disdainfully of the proposal, citing its numerous flaws and shortcomings.
- * The politician's opponent regarded her disdainfully, accusing her of being out of touch with the common people.
Antonyms
respectfully
kindly
gently
politely
courteously
considerately
thoughtfully
carefully
tactfully
diplomatically
charmingly
graciously
affably
genially
warmly
hospitably
generously
magnanimously
humbly
modestly
unassumingly
quietly
reservedly
shyly
timidly
meekly
submissively
obediently
complaisantly
acquiescently
agreeably