Both Uses of
disdain
in
The Sign of the Beaver
- He slung it disdainfully on the table.†
p. 33.6 *disdainfully = with a lack of respect; or with a sense of superiority
- When the Indian got that disdainful look in his eyes, Matt hated him.†
p. 54.8disdainful = full of disrespect
Definition:
to disrespect or reject as unworthy