Meaning of disdainfully in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dɪsˈdeɪnfəli/

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  1. Adverb

    disdainfully

    Definitions

    1. in a proud and domineering manner

    Examples

    • « he treated his staff cavalierly »
  2. 2. without respect

    Examples

    • « in a disdainful manner »
    • « she spoke of him contemptuously »

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