Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of disgust or contempt for someone or something

“The politician’s scandals filled the newspapers with scorn from the public.”

2. verb

to feel or express contempt or disgust for someone or something

“She scorned the idea of working overtime, feeling it was unfair.”

3. noun

a state of being rejected or despised

“The scorn of the community made it difficult for the family to find a job.”