No. 3,085 in Dutch
dedain
Contempt or disdain.
In a sentence
Hij sprak over hen met duidelijk dedain.
He spoke about them with clear disdain.
The word 'dedain' in this sentence is utilized as a noun to express the feeling of contempt or lack of respect.
De acteur toonde zijn dedain voor de media door hen te negeren.
The actor showed his disdain for the media by ignoring them.
Here, 'dedain' serves as a noun to describe the actor's attitude towards the media, emphasizing scornful disapproval.
Haar dedain voor onrechtvaardigheid heeft haar aangezet tot actie.
Her disdain for injustice motivated her to take action.
In this instance, 'dedain' acts as a noun reflecting a critical attitude toward perceived unfairness, propelling someone towards responsive behavior.
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