scornful

Definitions

Feeling or expressing contempt or derision.

Showing that something is considered unworthy of respect or consideration.

Examples

She gave him a scornful look when he suggested they give up on the project.

His scornful laughter echoed through the room, making everyone feel belittled.

The critic wrote a scornful review that dismissed the talented artist's work entirely.

Synonyms

contemptuous disdainful derisive scathing sneering mocking supercilious

Antonyms

admiring respectful reverent approving appreciative praising humble