Definition

A person who shows contempt or disdain for someone or something.

Example

The scorner laughed at the idea, believing it to be foolish.

Conversation

I can't believe how some people act like scorners towards others.

I know, right? It's really unnecessary and rude.

Exactly! It just makes them look insecure instead of confident.

Totally, it’s better to lift each other up than to put others down.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scorner → It is formed from "scorn" (from Old French *escarner*, meaning to mock or deride) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A scorner is a person who mocks or shows contempt for something or someone.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who mocks or shows contempt — that's what a scorner does.

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