What is the Spanish word for "disdainful"?

Learn how to say "disdainful" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

disdainful

Spanish

desdeñoso

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Alternative translations of "disdainful"

despectivo
altanero
arrogante
desdeñoso

Examples of how to use "disdainful" in Spanish

English
He was disdainful of our efforts.
Spanish
Él despreciaba nuestros esfuerzos.
English
She gave a disdainful look at the messy room.
Spanish
Ella lanzó una mirada despectiva a la habitación desordenada.
English
His disdainful tone made her feel small.
Spanish
Su tono desdeñoso la hizo sentirse pequeña.
English
They laughed with disdainful smiles at the mistake.
Spanish
Se rieron con sonrisas de desprecio ante el error.
English
The teacher answered the question in a disdainful way.
Spanish
El profesor respondió a la pregunta de manera despectiva.

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