Definition of Scorn

to show disdain or contempt for something or someone

Examples of Scorn in a sentence

Even though Warren is a billionaire, he does not scorn anyone and treats all people equally.  🔊

If my ex-boyfriend decides to scorn me at the party, I will treat him with the same disdain.  🔊

The arrogant professor was quick to scorn the ideas of his students.  🔊

Because Jill is an atheist, she tends to scorn most organized religions.  🔊

If you sit at the popular kids’ table at lunch, one of the clique members will scorn you.  🔊

Since Abby had never received praise from the critics, she was not surprised when they chose to scorn her latest painting.  🔊

My grandparents scorn modern conveniences and refuse to purchase a microwave.  🔊

Even though John was in danger of losing his home, his pride made him scorn his brother’s offer of a loan.  🔊

Matt hopes his rich classmates will not scorn him because he is attending school on a needs-based scholarship.  🔊

As soon as I declared bankruptcy, my former friends began to scorn me by ignoring my presence at parties.  🔊

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