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discourtesy vs scorn

scorn vs discourtesy

discourtesy and scorn both are nouns.

discourtesy is not a verb while scorn is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
discourtesy Yes No No No
scorn Yes No Yes No
As nouns, scorn is a hyponym of discourtesy; that is, scorn is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than discourtesy:
  • discourtesy: an expression of lack of respect
  • scorn: open disrespect for a person or thing
discourtesy (noun) scorn (noun)
a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings of others open disrespect for a person or thing
a manner that is rude and insulting lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
an expression of lack of respect
discourtesy (verb) scorn (verb)
reject with contempt
look down on with disdain
Difference between discourtesy and scorn

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