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scorn vs discourtesy

discourtesy vs scorn

scorn and discourtesy both are nouns.

scorn is a verb but discourtesy is not a verb.

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

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