disdain
noun
1. lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
Similar word(s): contempt, despite, scorn
Definition categories: feeling, dislike
2. a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient
Similar word(s): condescension, patronage
Definition categories: communication, depreciation, derogation, disparagement
Sentences with disdain as a noun:
- The cat viewed the cheap supermarket catfood with disdain and stalked away.