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SCORNFUL

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Dictionary entry overview: What does scornful mean?

• SCORNFUL (adjective)
The adjective SCORNFUL has 1 sense:

1. expressing extreme contempt

Familiarity information: SCORNFUL used as an adjective is very rare.

Dictionary entry details

• SCORNFUL (adjective)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

Expressing extreme contempt

Synonyms:

contemptuous; disdainful; scornful; insulting

Similar:

disrespectful (exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous)

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