scorned
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /skɔrnd/
KK: /skɔrnd/
adjective
Definition
Hated or looked down upon by others.
Example
She felt scorned by her peers after her mistake was revealed.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more scorned
Superlative: most scorned
Conversation
Did you hear about the new guy at work?
Yeah, I heard he’s kind of scorned by everyone already.
That’s so unfair; he hasn't even had a chance to fit in yet.
I know, right? It’s tough to be the scorned one from day one.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
despised
hated
reviled
Antonyms
admired
loved
cherished
verb
Definition
To feel or show that something is worthless or deserving of contempt.
Example
She scorned his attempts to apologize, believing he was insincere.
Tense Forms
Past: scorned
Past Participle: scorned
Conversation
I can't believe how he scorned my idea in the meeting today.
That's rough! Did he even give you a chance to explain it?
No, he just laughed and moved on to his own proposal.
Root Explanation
Scorned → It originates from the Old French word *escarner*, meaning to mock or deride. The word 'scorned' refers to being treated with contempt or disdain, often through mockery.
Memory Tip
Think of being treated with contempt or mockery, as 'scorned' means to be looked down upon or derided.
Visually Confused Words
unscorned
scoured
acorned
scone
cored
coned
unscored
uncorned