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disdainful

Disdainful (adj) means showing contempt or scorn; having a pronounced lack of concern for others viewed as unworthy.

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Showing contempt or scorn; having a pronounced lack of concern for others viewed as unworthy.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From disdain + -ful.

Rhymes for disdainful

sinful painful

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"disdainful" (adj) means showing contempt or scorn; having a pronounced lack of concern for others viewed as unworthy.

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