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Meaning of scorned
The primary meaning of the word "scorned" is having been treated with contempt or disdain.
Etymology of scorned
The word "scorned" originates from the Old French word "escarnir," meaning to mock or scorn, which is derived from the Germanic word "skern," meaning to mock or jeer
Historically, the word has been used to describe feelings of contempt, disdain, or ridicule, often in response to perceived wrongdoing, foolishness, or inferiority
Synonyms
spurned
rejected
despised
detested
hated
loathed
abhorred
disliked
distrusted
resented
offended
affronted
insulted
humiliated
degraded
demeaned
belittled
disparaged
denigrated
vilified
ridiculed
mocked
scornful
contemptuous
disdainful
dismissive
condescending
supercilious
haughty
arrogant
proud
insolent
impertinent
impudent
defiant
uncooperative
hostile
antagonistic
opposed
averse
adverse
antipathetic
antagonized
alienated
estranged
isolated
ostracized
shunned
avoided
repudiated
repelled
rebuffed
snubbed
cold-shouldered
ignored
neglected
disdained
Definitions
- Feeling or showing contempt or disdain for something or someone
- Having been treated with contempt or disdain
Usage Examples
- The scorned lover wrote a bitter letter to her former partner
- The politician was scorned by the public for his role in the scandal
- The artist's work was scorned by critics, but later became a classic
Antonyms
admired
respected
revered
honored
praised
commended
appreciated
valued
cherished
loved
liked
welcomed
accepted
embraced
cherished
adored
treasured
venerated
exalted
glorified
idolized
worshiped
esteemed
regarded
recognized
acknowledged
approved
endorsed
supported
encouraged
uplifted
praised
lauded
hailed
celebrated
eulogized