Synonym Dictionary

Treating someone or something as unworthy of serious consideration.

Showing a careless or dismissive attitude toward an important matter.

Strongly persuasive or holding close attention.

Showing a sense of superiority while appearing to be helpful or polite.

Showing that someone or something is regarded as unworthy of respect.

Expressing disapproval or making something seem less valuable.

A feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration or respect.

Showing a belief that someone or something is unworthy of respect.

Showing an inappropriately casual or disrespectful attitude toward a serious matter.

Casual or informal in manner, sometimes to the point of seeming dismissive.

Expressing disapproval or contempt.

A person described disparagingly as dismissive of artistic or intellectual interests.

To reject a claim, idea, or association as invalid or unacceptable.

Open contempt or mocking disrespect.

To reject or refuse someone or something with contempt.