noun
- the quality or state of feeling or showing contempt or scorn toward someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior
Usage: abstract noun; typically uncountable
Examples
- Her disdainfulness toward the lower-ranking employees made her unpopular in the office.
- The critic's disdainfulness was evident in every dismissive comment about the film.
- He spoke with such disdainfulness that no one dared to challenge his opinions.
- The aristocrat's disdainfulness prevented her from forming genuine friendships.
- Their disdainfulness toward traditional customs alienated them from the community.
- She couldn't hide her disdainfulness when asked to perform routine tasks.