1. showing contempt or scorn; expressing the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of consideration or respect

Examples

• She gave him a disdainful look when he suggested the idea.
• The critic’s disdainful review dismissed the entire performance.
• His disdainful attitude toward his coworkers made him unpopular.
• The wealthy woman spoke in a disdainful tone to the store clerk.
• The professor was disdainful of students who didn’t do the reading.
• Her disdainful laugh showed what she thought of his proposal.