Definition of scorn
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: open dislike and disrespect or mockery often mixed with indignation
2
: an expression of contempt or derision
3
: an object of extreme disdain, contempt, or derision : something contemptible
scorn
verb
scorned; scorning; scorns
Definition of scorn (Entry 2 of 2)
: to treat with scorn : reject or dismiss as contemptible or unworthy
scorned local traditions scorned to reply to the charge
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The first known use of scorn was in the 13th century
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