1. showing or feeling contempt or disdain; expressing strong disapproval or disrespect

Examples

• She gave him a scornful look when he suggested the ridiculous plan.
• The critic’s scornful review destroyed the young author’s confidence.
• His scornful laughter echoed through the empty hallway.
• The teacher’s scornful tone made the students uncomfortable.
• She spoke in a scornful voice about her former employer.
• The politician’s scornful remarks about his opponent backfired.
• He was scornful of anyone who disagreed with his methods.