Both Uses
disdain
in
The Trial of Socrates, by Linder
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- Often his unpopular views, expressed disdainfully and with an air of condescension, provoked his listeners to anger.†
*disdainfully = with a lack of respect; or with a sense of superiority
- Athenians undoubtedly considered the teachings of Socrates—especially his expressions of disdain for the established constitution—partially responsible for the resulting death and suffering.†
disdain = a lack of respect
Definitions:
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(1)
(disdain) to disrespect or reject as unworthy
- (2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)