derogatory -
Showing strong disapproval and not showing respect
After 6 months of singing lessons, she was insulted by what she regarded as derogatory remarks by her friends after she sang at the concert.
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cringe -
To contract one's face or body due to a feeling of disgust or embarrassment
While discussing her engagement on the phone with her friend, Laura realized that the thought of marrying Bob made her cringe with disgust.
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sneer -
To show a crooked smile that expresses dislike, scorn or contempt.
Dean sneered at the silly question Mike had asked him.
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contempt -
A strong feeling of dislike or disrespect toward someone or something considered unworthy.
The teacher spoke with contempt when addressing the student who cheated.
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acrimony -
Showing feelings of anger and bitterness.
The former husband and wife were grateful that after their divorce they still were friends, and that there was no acrimony between them.
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disruptive -
Causing problems or preventing something from continuing smoothly.
During class recess, Joey was always disruptive, and the teacher didn't know quite how to handle it.
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animosity -
A strong feeling of dislike or hatred
The right and left political parties couldn't communicate or cooperate on any issue because of a strong animosity that had built up towards each other.
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expel -
To force someone to leave a place, especially a certain institution or country, removing them from a group or organization.
The student was expelled for repeated rule violations.
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scram -
To leave or go away from a place quickly
Once a fight broke out inside the bar, Sam knew he had to scram.
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deplore -
To feel or express strong disapproval of (something)
The protestors deplored the corrupt actions of their government.
