Scorner (Noun)
Meaning
A person who expresses contempt by remarks or facial expression.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The comedian's sharp wit made him a scorner of politicians and their empty promises.
- Her sarcastic tone and raised eyebrow made her a scorner of anyone who disagreed with her opinions.
- As a scorner of authority, the punk rocker's music was a reflection of his rebellious attitude.
- The critic's scathing review made him a scorner of the artist's latest work, calling it "amateurish" and "unoriginal".
- The teenager's eye-rolling and scoffing made her a scorner of her parents' attempts to give her advice.