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disrespect vs scorn

scorn vs disrespect

disrespect and scorn both are nouns.

disrespect and scorn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
disrespect Yes No Yes No
scorn Yes No Yes No
As nouns, scorn is a hyponym of disrespect; that is, scorn is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than disrespect:
  • disrespect: an expression of lack of respect
  • scorn: open disrespect for a person or thing
disrespect (noun) scorn (noun)
a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous open disrespect for a person or thing
a disrespectful mental attitude lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike
an expression of lack of respect
disrespect (verb) scorn (verb)
have little or no respect for; hold in contempt reject with contempt
show a lack of respect for look down on with disdain
Difference between disrespect and scorn

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