adj

scorned

skawnd

Scorned (adj) means Treated with contempt, rejected, or spurned. Example: “The scorned lover vowed never to trust anyone again.”

adj

Treated with contempt, rejected, or spurned.

"The scorned lover vowed never to trust anyone again."

How to use scorned

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone or something that has been rejected with contempt.

Common pairings

a woman scorned feel scorned

Word forms

more scorned comparative, most scorned superlative

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Rhymes for scorned

horned corned adorned

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scorned” mean?

The word “scorned” means treated with contempt, rejected, or spurned. In plain terms, describes someone or something that has been rejected with contempt.

How do you pronounce “scorned”?

“Scorned” is pronounced skawnd (/skɔɹnd/ in IPA).

How do you use “scorned” in a sentence?

Here is “scorned” used in a sentence: “The scorned lover vowed never to trust anyone again.”

What part of speech is “scorned”?

“Scorned” is an adjective.